Psychiatric Physician Assistant Job at Virginia Hospital Center, Arlington, VA

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  • Virginia Hospital Center
  • Arlington, VA

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive psychiatric care to inpatients, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of acute psychiatric conditions.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
  • Conduct psychiatric evaluations and ongoing assessments to monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
  • Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications, ensuring effective and safe treatment.
  • Document patient interactions, assessments, and treatment plans accurately and in a timely manner using electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
  • Collaborate with psychiatrists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated and effective care.
  • Participate in daily rounds and interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care and treatment strategies.
  • Provide crisis intervention and support to patients experiencing acute psychiatric distress.
  • Educate patients and their families about psychiatric conditions, treatment options, and discharge planning.
  • Stay current with advancements in psychiatric care and incorporate best practices into patient care.
  • Engage in quality improvement initiatives to enhance the delivery of inpatient psychiatric services.

Minimum Requirements

  • Master’s degree in Physician Assistant studies from an accredited program
  • Valid and active Physician Assistant (PA) license in the state of Virginia
  • Certification as a Physician Assistant (PA) with a psychiatric focus
  • Relevant clinical experience in psychiatric or mental health settings preferred
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams
  • Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems, such as EPIC, preferred

We look forward to hearing from qualified candidates interested in joining us in a highly collegial environment where the patient is at the center of what we do.

HOW TO APPLY?

Interested and qualified candidates should send a letter of interest and copy of their CV to Andrea Bell, Director of Physician Services Recruitment at anbell@vhchealth.org .

Virginia Hospital Center

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