Remote Psych NP (PMHNP) – Locum Tenens – PA and NJ
Listed compensation
$115 Per hour
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Job Description
This is a remote position.
Remote Psych NP (PMHNP) – Locum Tenens – PA and NJ
- Position Type: Locum Tenens
- Pay: $115 Per hour
- Schedule: Around 20 hours a week, although those hours are subject to change based on patient volume
- Location: 100% remote / work from home
- Must have active Pennsylvania and New Jersey NP license required
- Must be able to bill Medicare
MASC Medical is hiring a locum tenens, fully remote Psych NP licensed in Pennsylvania and New Jersey on behalf of our client — a fast-growing, virtual-first behavioral health organization. You will play a vital role in providing high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals with mental health disorders.
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive care. If you are a compassionate and dedicated PMHNP looking for a challenging and rewarding experience, we encourage you to apply.
What You'll Do
Evaluate and diagnose patients with mental health disorders, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including medication management and psychotherapy
- Conduct routine check-ups, monitor patient progress, and adjust treatment plans as needed
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including psychiatrists, therapists, and social workers, to ensure comprehensive care
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as lab work and imaging studies
- Prescribe and manage medications, including psychotropic medications and controlled substances
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including progress notes and treatment plans
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care and develop treatment plans
What You'll Need
Active, unrestricted Pennsylvania and New Jersey NP license
Must Be Able to Bill Medicare
Current certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
Minimum 2 years of experience as a PMHNP in an inpatient or outpatient setting
Strong assessment and diagnostic skills, with the ability to evaluate patients with complex mental health needs
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with a high level of autonomy and independence
- Strong knowledge of psychiatric-mental health nursing principles, including psychopharmacology and psychotherapy
- Ability to maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including progress notes and treatment plans
Pay & Benefits
- $115 Per hour
- Weekly payroll and direct deposit
- Malpractice insurance covered
- Company-provided computer and equipment
Connect with Julius Holt today to discuss anytime - call/text 305-433-3035 or email julius@mascmedical.com
Key Responsibilities
The PMHNP will evaluate and diagnose patients with mental health disorders while developing and implementing individualized treatment plans. They will also collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to manage medications and monitor patient progress.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an active, unrestricted NP license in Pennsylvania and New Jersey and be certified as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. A minimum of 2 years of experience in an inpatient or outpatient setting is required, along with the ability to bill Medicare.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Remote Psych NP (PMHNP) – Locum Tenens – PA and NJ at MASC Medical a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Psychiatry nurse practitioner listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.
Psychiatry — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
MASC Medical holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 78/100, 67 active listings.
Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 26% are remote, 50% have no call, 80% require no weekends — this position is remote.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $239k | Psychiatry NP median $125k (middle half $125k–$177k)15 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | remote | peers: 26% remote · 50% no call · 80% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US nurse practitioner listings (all specialties): 24% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 6% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Psychiatry NP hiring demand | #14 of 19 specialties | postings stay open a median 34 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 884 postings, 1,094 closed |
| New Psychiatry NP listings | 855 in the last 30 days | 970 the 30 days before (−12%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Psychiatry NP pay trend | +1.7% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
| MASC Medical | silver tier, 78/100 | Top Employers work-life index67 active listings |
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