Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Behavioral Health

Columbia Mental Health seeks a Behavioral Health Advanced Practice Provider to deliver comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and collaborative care in Washington, DC. You’ll treat diverse adults with mood, anxiety, and other mental health conditions using evidence-based, patient-centered approaches. In our inclusive, supportive culture, you’ll partner with psychiatrists, therapists, and community resources to optimize outcomes, while growing professionally through mentorship, case conferences, and continuous learning in an innovative clinical environment. Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and formulate diagnoses Provide ongoing medication management and monitor treatment response Develop and update individualized, evidence-based treatment plans Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, and other clinicians on holistic care Educate patients and families on diagnoses, medications, and treatment options Document all encounters accurately in the EHR and maintain regulatory compliance Participate in case conferences, quality initiatives, and clinical supervision Contribute to an inclusive, empathetic, and recovery-oriented environment Engage in continuous learning and professional development activities Psychiatric assessment and diagnosis (DSM-5) Psychopharmacology and medication management Suicide and risk assessment Electronic health record (EHR) documentation Care coordination and interprofessional collaboration Treatment planning for mood, anxiety, and psychotic disorders Motivational interviewing and brief psychotherapeutic interventions Crisis intervention and de-escalation Regulatory compliance (HIPAA, documentation standards) Outcome tracking and quality improvement Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Current Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) license Board certification in Psychiatry/Mental Health (e.g., PMHNP-BC) DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances BLS/ACLS certification Credentialing with major insurers/Medicaid/Medicare