Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Remote (North Carolina License required)

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) / Psychiatric ProviderPosition Overview

Britton Counseling Services is seeking a compassionate, clinically skilled, and patient-centered Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or other qualified psychiatric provider to join our growing multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate is committed to delivering high-quality psychiatric care while collaborating with therapists, peer support specialists, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive, evidence-based treatment.

This position offers flexibility through both in-person and telehealth services, with a preference for candidates who are available to provide face-to-face care in our office locations.

About Britton Counseling Services

At Britton Counseling Services, our mission is to provide comprehensive behavioral health treatment utilizing the biopsychosocial model of care. We recognize that mental health, physical health, family systems, social environments, and life experiences all contribute to overall wellness. Our team is dedicated to helping individuals achieve stability, recovery, and improved quality of life through compassionate, individualized treatment.

What We Offer

• Modern, professional office environment
• Flexible scheduling options
• Hybrid in-office and telehealth opportunities
• Collaborative multidisciplinary treatment team
• Administrative and scheduling support
• Opportunities for professional growth and clinical autonomy

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments.
• Diagnose and treat mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders.
• Prescribe, manage, and monitor psychotropic medications.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and clinical best practices.
• Provide medication management follow-up appointments.
• Monitor treatment effectiveness, medication adherence, and potential side effects.
• Collaborate with therapists, case managers, peer support specialists, primary care providers, and other treatment team members.
• Provide crisis intervention, risk assessments, and appropriate clinical recommendations when necessary.
• Educate patients and family members regarding diagnoses, medications, treatment options, and recovery strategies.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with all state, federal, payer, and organizational regulations and standards.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case consultations and treatment planning meetings as appropriate.

QualificationsRequired

• Active and unrestricted North Carolina license as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or other qualified psychiatric prescribing provider.
• DEA registration and prescriptive authority in North Carolina.
• Minimum of two (2) years of psychiatric assessment and medication management experience.
• Strong knowledge of psychiatric diagnoses, psychopharmacology, and evidence-based treatment practices.
• Proficiency in ICD-10 diagnostic coding and clinical documentation standards.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and clinical decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining collaboration with the treatment team.
• Experience utilizing Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems and telehealth platforms.

Preferred

• Experience treating both mental health and substance use disorders.
• Experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families.
• Availability to provide in-person services in addition to telehealth appointments.
• Familiarity with Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial insurance documentation requirements.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is compassionate, ethical, clinically confident, and committed to providing exceptional patient care. They value teamwork while maintaining the ability to work autonomously and possess a strong desire to positively impact the lives of individuals struggling with mental health and substance use challenges.

Compensation

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience, licensure, and availability.

Application Process

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a current resume and cover letter highlighting relevant psychiatric experience, areas of clinical expertise, and preferred service populations.

Britton Counseling Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $72.00 - $80.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

License/Certification:

• license to prescribe in NC (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kinston, NC 28504