Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) / Physician Assistant (PA) | Crisis Center | Birmingham, AL
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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) / Physician Assistant (PA) | Crisis Center | Birmingham, AL | Entry Level Welcome
- Job Title: PMHNP or PA – Crisis Center
- Location: JBS Craig Crisis Center, Birmingham, Alabama
- Employer: Ally Psychiatry
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 4 on / 3 off
Description
Ally Psychiatry is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our team at the JBS Craig Crisis Center in Birmingham, Alabama. This is a great opportunity for a new graduate or early-career provider to build a strong foundation in acute psychiatric care, working alongside an experienced, physician-led clinical team.
If you're looking for a structured schedule, hands-on crisis psychiatry experience, and an employer that invests in your growth, we'd love to speak with you. Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.
Position Highlights
- Full-time, employed position at a dedicated psychiatric crisis center
- 12-hour shifts on a 4 on / 3 off schedule
- Entry-level friendly – new graduate PMHNPs and PAs welcome
- Work alongside an experienced, physician-led psychiatric team
- Hands-on experience in acute/crisis psychiatric evaluation and stabilization
- Comprehensive multidisciplinary support staff
- Organization focused on long-term provider growth and mentorship
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
- Student Loan Assistance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Paid CME/CEU time
- Malpractice insurance
- Licensure, DEA, and credentialing reimbursement
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance available
- Life insurance available
Why Birmingham?
Birmingham offers an outstanding quality of life with affordable housing, nationally recognized restaurants, excellent schools, abundant outdoor recreation, and a vibrant medical community. Home to UAB and a growing healthcare sector, Birmingham combines the amenities of a large city with the convenience and friendliness of the South.
About Ally Psychiatry
Ally Psychiatry is a physician-led behavioral healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional psychiatric care across inpatient and outpatient settings throughout the Southeast. Our providers enjoy strong clinical support, modern practice resources, collaborative leadership, and opportunities for long-term career growth.
Apply today to learn more about this entry-level PMHNP/PA crisis center opportunity in Birmingham, Alabama.
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Requirements
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited PMHNP or PA program
- Active or eligible Alabama licensure (PMHNP or PA-C)
- New graduates encouraged to apply – no prior experience required
- Interest in acute/crisis psychiatric care
- Comfortable working under physician supervision/collaboration
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts on a 4 on / 3 off rotation
Key Responsibilities
Provide acute psychiatric evaluation and stabilization services within a dedicated crisis center environment. Work collaboratively with a physician-led clinical team to deliver high-quality behavioral healthcare.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
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Psychiatry — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% are remote, 52% have no call, 60% require no weekends.
Psychiatry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Alabama is 88.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.3% of Alabama clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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