Advanced Practice Provider- Psychiatric NP

Location: Maine Health Behavioral Health, Sanford BHU Hospital - IP, Sanford, Maine.

Schedule: Fulltime, Days.

Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm, weekdays.

Req#: 58935.

Maine Health Behavioral Health - Sanford Inpatient is seeking a qualified Psychiatric Mental Health Psychiatric Physician Associate/Assistant (PPA) to provide care for adults experiencing acute psychiatric crises within our 40-bed inpatient unit. This position involves conducting comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, managing medications, and delivering acute psychiatric care. The successful candidate will benefit from 24-hour physician support and a workplace culture that emphasizes both exceptional patient care and provider well-being.

Prior experience in an inpatient psychiatric setting is preferred.

• Master's degree with an advanced knowledge of nursing theory and practice, and additional medical training.
• 1+ years of patient care in a community mental health center or hospital.
• Advanced skill and knowledge in conducting psychiatric evaluations and treating patients.
• Current and valid license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant by the Maine State Board of Licensure and qualified to do psychiatric evaluations and medication management.
• Specific credentialing criteria needed if working in the hospital as defined by Medical Staff By-Laws.
• 2+ years of patient care in an inpatient Medical Hospital is preferred.

• Competitive compensation package including sign-on bonus and relocation assistance to qualified candidates, CME expense reimbursement, and malpractice insurance.
• Benefits include Paid Time Off, CME time, retirement options with employer contributions, medical, dental, vision, life/disability coverage, and more.

For more information, please contact sarah.evan.