Psychiatric Prescriber (NP, APRN, PA)
Listed compensation
$135k-$165k
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Job Description
- Psychiatric Prescriber (NP, APRN, PA) – Hiring Bonus Available!
- Company: Associated Clinic of Psychology (ACP)
- Location: Minneapolis–Saint Paul, MN Metro Area & Surrounding Counties
- Job Type: Full-time or Part-time roles available
- Starting Full-Time Salary Range: $135,000-165,000
- Hiring Bonus Available!
Join Minnesota’s Leader in Mental Health Care
Associated Clinic of Psychology (ACP) is a trusted provider of evidence-based mental health services in the Twin Cities and greater metro area. Since 1980, we have specialized in delivering comprehensive mental health care to adults and seniors in diverse medical and community settings, including:
- Long-term care facilities
- Assisted and independent living communities
- Group homes
- Transitional care units
- Board and care residences
ACP providers work in these settings directly with residents, staff and families to provide efficacious evidence-based strategies to support improved psychological health, effective functioning, and enhance quality of life.
We facilitate life span development so people can thrive in residential settings, not just survive even when chronic medical conditions are present such as dementia, substance abuse and related mental health disorders.
Through trauma-informed care, consultation, and collaboration with other health care providers, ACP providers focus on creating a therapeutic milieu that supports all members of the residential community towards vital living.
We are expanding our dedicated team and are seeking psychiatric prescribers to join our Integrated Mental Health Services team. If you’re a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant looking for meaningful work in mental health, we’d love to hear from you!
About the Role
As a psychiatric prescriber on our Integrated Mental Health Services team, you’ll deliver high-quality mental health services to adults experiencing diverse mental health challenges, including:
- Serious and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI)
- Depression and anxiety
- Substance use disorders
- Cognitive decline and dementia
- Complex medical and psychosocial issues
Key Responsibilities
- Assessing the psychiatric needs of clients, provide diagnostic assessment and evaluate for medication.
- Ongoing medication management services for clients as indicated.
- Attend and participate in monthly provider meetings and case consultation.
- Travel to various medical and community settings to reach clients who may have barriers to accessing traditional in-office care.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals.
- Monitor clients’ progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
Why Choose ACP?
At ACP, you’ll work alongside nationally recognized leaders in mental health care, including Dr. John Brose, Ph.D., LADC, LMFT—Minnesota’s Gerontologist of the Year (2020) and recipient of the American Psychological Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Trained by pioneers like Dr. Albert Ellis and Dr. Aaron Beck, Dr. Brose’s leadership shapes a legacy of excellence at ACP.
Education/Licensing Requirements
- Current license with the state of Minnesota (NP, APRN or PA)
- Authorization from MN licensing boards to prescribe drugs and therapeutic devices
- Active license through DEA to prescribe and dispense controlled and legend drugs.
- Experience in Adult Psychiatry or Geriatric Psychiatry
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Proficient in the use of computers; experience with Electronic Health Records is preferred.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Commitment to culturally responsive care and integrated health models.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
- Compassion, empathy, and dedication to improving clients’ quality of life.
What We Offer
- ACP offers a competitive compensation package, robust benefits, and a flexible, clinician-first model of care.
- Flexible schedules to support a healthy integration of your professional and personal life.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance (Medica, Delta Dental, EyeMed). Note: Health benefits eligibility may vary based on weekly client hours billed.
- No-cost telehealth and at-home visits via Nice Healthcare (for you and your household).
- 401(k) with employer contributions—no match required.
- 529 college savings plan.
- Free malpractice insurance coverage.
- Provided caseload – ACP is a preferred provider with major health plans.
- Minimal on-call responsibilities. Our collaborative team approach helps minimize emergency room visits and ensures continuity of care.
- Paid time off (PTO) and holiday flexibility.
- Travel reimbursement
- Ongoing professional development with free CEUs.
- Regular consultation meetings to support your professional growth
- Supportive and nurturing training for new and experienced clinicians.
Starting Full-Time Salary Range: $135,000-165,000. Compensation depends on licensure, experience, schedule, and caseload.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Apply today and join ACP’s mission to deliver compassionate, high-quality mental health services to adults across Minnesota
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Requirements
Candidates must hold a current Minnesota license as an NP, APRN, or PA with authorization to prescribe medication. Experience in adult or geriatric psychiatry and an active DEA license are required.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Psychiatric Prescriber (NP, APRN, PA) at Associated Clinic of Psychology a 6.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Psychiatry (NP) — ranked against 2,043 active Psychiatry (NP) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
Psychiatry — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
Associated Clinic of Psychology holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 73/100, 3 active listings.
Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 54% are remote, 44% have no call, 50% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.9 / 10 · above average in psychiatry (np) | ranked against 2,043 Psychiatry (NP) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $135k–$165k | Psychiatry NP median $92k (middle half $88k–$110k)17 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$152k in purchasing power | Minnesota index 98.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Psychiatry NP listings in Minnesota | 34 active | 2,075 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 54% remote · 44% no call · 50% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | Minnesota nurse practitioner listings (all specialties): 10% state a sign-on bonus · 15% offer loan repayment296 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 | 840 in the last 30 days | 948 the 30 days before (−11%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Psychiatry NP pay trend | +2.3% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
| Associated Clinic of Psychology | silver tier, 73/100 | Top Employers work-life index3 active listings |
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