Locums - Knoxville, Tennessee, Psychiatric NP/PA Job
Clinical Role:
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Locum tenens opportunity
Seeking a board certified or board eligible psychiatric nurse practitioner or physician assistant
Some post-training experience as an APP is required
ASAP-ongoing
On-site coverage required
Flexible scheduling - approximately two-hour shifts
Available scheduling options (work a minimum of 4 hours a week; maximum of 8-10 hours a week):
Conduct psychiatric intake evaluations and provide in-person monitoring during Spravato (esketamine nasal spray) treatment sessions
Structured outpatient setting with small patient cohorts
Typical session size: 3-4 patients
Opportunity to participate in innovative depression treatment programs
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Duties and Responsibilities:
Conduct psychiatric intake evaluations and determine eligibility for Spravato treatment
Prescribe Spravato and/or document clinical notes in the EMR
Provide on-site clinical support during dosing sessions
Monitor patients throughout the required observation period
Perform vital sign checks, safety assessments, and symptom monitoring
Complete accurate, timely documentation
Coordinate with operations teams and partner therapist offices
Maintain a calm, safe, and supportive treatment environment
Requirements:
Current, unrestricted DEA registration
Willingness to associate DEA registration with partner site locations as needed
Comfortable managing outpatient monitoring and clinical changes
Strong documentation skills and adherence to treatment protocols
Willingness to complete required Spravato REMS training
Psychiatry experience preferred
Experience with Spravato, ketamine, esketamine, TMS, infusion therapy, or patient monitoring preferred, but not required
Previous Spravato experience is not required
UHC/Optum network participation is a plus
Area Information:
Located in Knoxville, Tennessee
Enjoy dining, shopping, entertainment, and outdoor recreation throughout the Knoxville area
What RecruitWell Provides:
A+ rated malpractice insurance
Weekly direct deposit
24/7 dedicated recruiter support
Professional onboarding and credentialing assistance
Prepaid travel and lodging
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