Psychiatric Drug Tapering Clinician (Psychiatrist, PMHNP, PA)

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Tapering Clinician

Are you ready to be part of a mental health revolution?If you’re frustrated by the current state of psychiatric care and believe there’s a better way, this may be the right role for you.

At TaperClinic, we believe psychiatric medications are overused and that true mental health is found through less, not more. Our team of psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, dietitians, therapists, and sleep specialists works together to help patients learn the skills they need to heal and safely come off or lower medications.

On a larger scale, our mission is to build a true alternative to the conventional mental health system—one that provides outpatient services focused on root causes, not endless prescriptions, and hospitals that treat patients with compassion rather than chemical restraint. We’ve experienced 100% year-over-year growth, expanding from 1 state to 16 states in just five years. We’re a fast-growing, disruptive mental health startup, and we’re looking for clinicians who want to help redefine what psychiatric care can be.

Role Overview

The Tapering Clinician plays a pivotal role in driving clinical excellence at TaperClinic. They work closely with patients and the care team to help individuals safely and successfully reduce their psychiatric medications. This position carries the clinic’s most essential mission—delivering exceptional outcomes and guiding patients toward lasting recovery and independence.

As a Tapering Clinician, you’ll be responsible for guiding patients safely through the medication tapering process while coordinating a multidisciplinary care team. This position is open to Physicians (MD/DO), Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs), and Physician Assistants with psychiatric experience.

You will:

• Design and oversee individualized tapering plans to ensure safety and success.
• Monitor withdrawal symptoms and adjust plans as needed to prevent complications.
• Prescribe medications as required for following taper plans
• Coordinate with dietitians, therapists, and sleep specialists to integrate non-drug interventions.
• Order and interpret lab work, providing clear recommendations.
• Incorporate functional medicine, nutritional strategies (e.g., ketogenic diets), and other evidence-based therapies.
• Set clear expectations for the tapering process, adapting plans as patients progress.
• Collaborate with the Medical Director on complex cases and quality-of-care initiatives.

Expected Results

• Patients safely reduce or discontinue psychiatric medications under expert supervision.
• Patients actively engage in non-drug approaches that support long-term recovery.
• Patients feel informed, supported, and confident throughout their tapering journey.

Qualifications

• Licensure: MD/DO, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP preferred), or Physician Assistant with psychiatric experience.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of psychiatric medications, withdrawal syndromes, and tapering methods.
• Personal experience (ideal):
• Having tapered off or managed psychiatric medications personally.
• Firsthand understanding of withdrawal or drug-induced injury.
• Skills:
• Calm, confident presence when supporting distressed patients.
• Compassionate, clear communication and professional boundaries.
• Highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented.
• Flexibility: Willingness to obtain additional state licenses as needed.

Compensation and Commitment

• Hours: 20–40 hours per week, fully remote with flexible scheduling.
• Paid Holidays and PTO
• Compensation:
• Psychiatrist (MD/DO): $180 – $200/hour (DOE)

PA/PMHNP: $80 – $120/hour (DOE)

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $80.00 - $200.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 20 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Work Location: Remote