Mental Health Physician Assistant, NP
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Job Description
Telehealth Physician Assistant or NP managing outpatient medication for geriatric patients at Total Life. Role supports emotional health and cognitive outcomes in older adults with flexible work hours.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct telehealth follow-up visits for psychiatric medication management in geriatric patients
- Monitor treatment response and adjust medications with attention to age-related risks, polypharmacy, and medical comorbidities
- Perform cognitive screenings and assessments (e.g., MoCA, MMSE, or similar tools)
- Develop initial care coordination and behavioral support plans
- Collaborate closely with nursing staff who will provide ongoing monitoring and patient support
- Communicate with supervising psychiatrist as needed
- Maintain timely and accurate documentation within the EMR
Requirements:
- Licensed and certified as a Physician Assistant or PMHNP in Illinois (required)
- Experience in geriatric psychiatry, long-term care, or dementia care strongly preferred
- Experience with cognitive assessment tools and behavioral management strategies
- Comfortable delivering care via telehealth platforms
- Strong clinical judgment related to polypharmacy, fall risk, and medication safety in older adults
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team-based care model
Benefits:
- Fully remote work environment
- Consistent daytime schedule and strong work-life balance
- Supportive administrative, nursing, and psychiatric leadership team
- Flexible compensation structure
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in an underserved geriatric population
- Minimal administrative burden with strong clinical support













