Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Sign On Bonus offered for external candidates

Springfield Behavioral of Pennsylvania, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our team in Springfield, PA. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population. We offer a variety of solutions that meet the unique needs of our workforce and the patients they serve. From clinical operations such as credentialing to business operations such as contracting, we provide organizational support that allows our providers to focus on what matters – providing care.

Providers begin with an on‑site schedule to support initial patient engagement and caseload development. Once a stable caseload is established, there is flexibility to transition into a hybrid model that includes both in‑person and remote care delivery.

• Competitive salary & eligibility for quarterly incentive bonuses
• Flexible work models & paid time off
• Health and well‑being benefits such as health insurance, 401(k) matching, and other family support and wellness resources
• Professional development with CME reimbursement and dedicated learning time

• Utilize evidence‑based screening tools and diagnostic criteria to formulate comprehensive treatment plans
• Deliver individual and group psychotherapy sessions, employing various therapeutic modalities tailored to each patient’s needs
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications per established protocols and clinical guidelines; monitor medication efficacy and side effects, adjusting treatment plans to optimize patient outcomes
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date electronic medical records and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements

• Clear, active and unrestricted PMHNP license in the state of Pennsylvania or ability to attain one
• Board certified as a PMHNP‑BC by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
• Active DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) registration
• 3+ years of licensed clinical experience as a PMHNP in an outpatient setting

• 5+ years of licensed clinical experience in psychiatric/mental health nursing in an outpatient setting
• Experience providing patient education regarding medication treatment adherence and aftercare services
• Experience counseling patients using advanced psychotherapeutic techniques, including in group settings
• Experience working with patients in different age groups, including children to geriatrics
• Experience with computers for professional communication and medical documentation – Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS (or other EHRs)

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $104,500 to $156,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far‑reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

United Health Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

United Health Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.