Psychiatric NP/PA Opening in MALocated in Beverly, MAPart-time / 30-hour workweekPrimary practice location in Danvers, MA, with coverage in Gloucester, MA as neededPosition Overview
- Part-time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant opportunity in Massachusetts
- 30-hour workweek
- Join a multidisciplinary outpatient clinic specializing in geriatric medicine and behavioral health
- Provide psychiatric care for adults aged 65 and older
- Primarily based in Danvers, with occasional coverage in Gloucester
- Work alongside experienced geriatric and psychiatric specialists
- Ideal candidate will have experience with geriatric psychiatry, dementia, and other conditions associated with aging
- Collaborative practice environment emphasizing compassionate, patient-centered care
Practice Highlights- Outpatient geriatric behavioral health position
- Provide comprehensive geriatric psychiatric evaluations
- Diagnose and treat psychiatric and behavioral health conditions in older adults
- Provide psychopharmacologic treatment and medication management
- Manage patients with coexisting psychiatric and medical conditions, including dementia
- Educate patients and caregivers regarding treatment plans, illness management, and supportive care
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including:
- Geriatrician - Geriatric Psychiatrist - Adult Psychiatrist - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners - Licensed Independent Clinical Social Workers (LICSWs) - Clinical support staff- Work closely with social workers who conduct initial behavioral health assessments and provide ongoing individual therapy
- Clinical supervision provided by the Medical Director/Geriatric Psychiatrist
- Administrative support and oversight provided by the Administrative Director
- Opportunity to care for patients with complex geriatric psychiatric and cognitive conditions
- Emphasis on coordinated care and collaboration with patients' families and caregivers
Qualifications- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
- Master's degree in Nursing for Nurse Practitioner candidates
- Current Massachusetts Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license required
- Experience in psychiatric evaluation and medication management
- Experience with geriatric behavioral health preferred
- Familiarity with geriatric medicine, dementia, and other age-related syndromes preferred
- Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
- Excellent communication and patient education skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with physicians, social workers, and other healthcare professionals
- Comfortable working with older adults experiencing psychiatric, behavioral, and cognitive conditions
- Commitment to compassionate, team-based patient care
Compensation & Benefits- Annual base salary range of $97,203.60-$132,194.40
- Compensation determined by experience, education, training, certifications, and other relevant factors
- Part-time schedule of 30 hours per week
- Additional benefits and compensation details to be discussed
About Beverly, MA- Located on Massachusetts' North Shore, approximately 25 miles northeast of Boston
- Coastal community offering beaches, parks, and scenic waterfront areas
- Historic downtown with restaurants, shopping, and cultural attractions
- Convenient access to neighboring Danvers, Gloucester, and Salem
- Access to Boston and surrounding communities via commuter rail and major highways
- Variety of residential neighborhoods and recreational opportunities
- Attractive location offering coastal New England living with access to metropolitan amenities
