Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician Assistant

Hiring Department

The Department of Psychiatry

Job Description

The Department of Psychiatry has an exciting opportunity for one full-time, licensed Physician Assistant to join our growing Psychiatry team. We are dedicated to the treatment of patients, education of learners and research into mental illness. The department provides a full array of services including inpatient care at the University of Missouri Psychiatric Hospital (MUPC), 24 / 7 emergency and hospital consultative services and outpatient adult and child clinics.

This position will hold a title of Physician Assistant. Salary will be dependent on qualifications and experience.

(This position is a dual post linked to Job ID 54649 -Nurse Practitioner -Department of Psychiatry and the department will be hiring for two positions.)

Shift

Shift Type : Monday - Friday, 8 : 00 a.m. to 5 : 00 p.m.

(Clinical) Office / Administrative Hours : No - Position will not have Office / Admin Hours

Flexibility for Alternative Schedules : No

Minimum Qualifications

Physicians Assistant (PA) licensure by the Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications Education : Graduation from a certified NP / PA program and Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant licensure in the state of Missouri

Credentials : AP / MHNP, F / MHNP, CAQ-Psychiatry, PA-C, strong background in mental / behavioral health.

Years of Experience : At Least 2 years prescribing experience or a completion of a Psychiatry PA / NP Fellowship is preferred

Additional Training : CAQ / ANCC Certified

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city amenities, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at .

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer .

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