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MCHC Health Centers
Ukiah, California

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Nurse PractitionerNo callFull-Time Physician-Supervised State

Listed compensation

$140k-$174k

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Job Description

Mendocino Community Health Center (MCHC) has an opening for a Full-time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our Psychiatric Care team. This is 100% outpatient care, on-site position.

At MCHC we are defined by our commitment to providing quality care with compassion and our dedication to solving local problems through collaboration with expert partners. Our vision is to create a community where all people reach their full potential for health and well-being.

MCHC provides comprehensive services for the communities of Mendocino and Lake Counties, including primary care, dental, behavioral health, women's services, and specialty care services. There is strong team support and a multidisciplinary care team approach to care. Our doors are wide open to everyone in the communities we serve.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Up to $20,000 in retention bonus
  • Salary range of $150,000 - $174,000

Health, gap, dental, and vision insurance. Air Ambulance membership.

  • Paid malpractice insurance
  • License renewal
  • Generous paid time off
  • CME leave and allowance
  • Loan repayment options
  • Relocation assistance
  • Retirement saving plans – 401(k) with % employer match
  • Visa Assistance

Highlights of Being a Provider at MCHC

  • Highly collaborative and team-oriented environment.
  • 100% Outpatient

No Call

Location! Mendocino and Lake County are incredible places to live. You can live on a lake, in a picturesque valley, or in the mountains and still be 5-10 minutes away from the practice and a short drive to major cities

Our clinics are located in rural (but not isolated) Northern California, 2 hrs. north of San Francisco and 1 hr. from the Pacific Ocean. This friendly community is rich in the arts and produces some of the best wines in Northern California. An area with plenty for outdoor enthusiasts and foodies alike.

We offer an unparalleled sense of community in a family-friendly environment, filled with opportunities for education, exercise, and creative outlet.

In addition, with a short, stress-free commute, you'll have more time to spend with your family and friends or to explore the million acres of national forest, numerous lakes, picturesque vineyards, and breathtaking coastline that our area has to offer.

You may choose to enjoy cultural activities, including the symphony, community theater, dance and yoga studios, or galleries that display the amazing work of local artists.

If you have not yet traveled to this part of California, it is the peacefulness of Redwood Tree Groves and the short drive to the awe-inspiring Pacific Ocean that will draw you! If making a difference is important to you, you'll gain a strong sense of satisfaction from practicing at our health centers.

Your expertise and compassion will be very much appreciated by your patients, and your colleagues will soon become treasured mentors, eager collaborators, and lifelong friends.

All of this adds up to a quality of life that you won't find elsewhere: Increased job satisfaction, time with family and friends, and the space to explore the personal interests that make your life more complete.

Hear from our current Providers on what working at MCHC is like: mchcinc.org We would love to connect with you on what you are looking for in a new position and what MCHC has to offer. If you are interested in learning more about having your practice with MCHC apply today!

Requirements

  • Possess a valid license, issued by the California State Board with Furnishing & DEA Number
  • Board Certified to practice in Psychiatry
  • English/Spanish language proficiency preferred

Key Responsibilities

Provide psychiatric care in a full-time, on-site outpatient setting as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary care team. Work with colleagues and community partners to deliver compassionate, quality care to the communities served by MCHC.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA LicenseBoard Certification

Key Skills

Patient CareMultidisciplinary CollaborationTeamworkCompassionate CareCalifornia Nurse Practitioner LicensePrescriptive Furnishing AuthorizationDEA RegistrationPsychiatry Board CertificationEnglish Language Proficiency

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) at MCHC Health Centers a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Nurse Practitioner roles — ranked against 15,289 active Nurse Practitioner roles listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Psychiatry — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 46% are remote, 58% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

Psychiatry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Psychiatry NP by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.4 / 10 · above average in nurse practitioner rolesranked against 15,289 Nurse Practitioner roles listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$140k–$174kPsychiatry NP median $160k (middle half $137k–$180k)31 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$142k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Psychiatry NP listings in California153 active2,075 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 46% remote · 58% no call · 64% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$20k sign-on · loan repaymentCalifornia nurse practitioner listings (all specialties): 20% state a sign-on bonus (median $20k) · 12% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
Psychiatry NP hiring demand#14 of 19 specialtiespostings stay open a median 34 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 884 postings, 1,094 closed
New Psychiatry NP listings840 in the last 30 days948 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
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (15,289 Nurse Practitioner roles listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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  • No call
  • On-site
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About MCHC Health Centers

Medical Practices
Ukiah, California
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Up to $20,000 retention bonus
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Air Ambulance membership
Paid malpractice insurance
License renewal
Generous paid time off
CME leave and allowance
Loan repayment options

Living in Ukiah

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$501k≈ 3.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,921/mo≈ 16% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
19 min
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.