Psychiatry APP Waterloo

Employment Type:Full time
Shift:
Description:

Mercy One is a leading health care system committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care to the communities we serve. Our Behavioral Health team offers comprehensive mental health services in both outpatient and inpatient settings.

Mercy One Waterloo/Cedar Falls Behavioral Health Care is seeking a dedicated Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) with Psychiatric Mental Health certification to join our established, well-respected, and growing practice. This is an excellent opportunity to enjoy instant volume and collaborate with a strong multidisciplinary team.

• Join an established, well-respected, and growing practice
  .
• Current team:
  • 1 General Psychiatrist
  • 1 Child Psychiatrist
  • 1 Psych Hospitalist
  • 1 ARNP
• Clinic-based role with shared call responsibilities.
• Call schedule:
  • Weekday: 1:5*
  • Weekend: 1:7
    * (
    * subject to change)
    Includes consults and inpatient unit coverage.
• Facilities:
  • 20-bed Inpatient Unit at Waterloo Medical Center
  • Horizons Chemical Dependency Unit
• Large support staff of psychologists, social workers, and mental health counselors.

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and manage treatment plans for patients with mental health conditions.
• Prescribe medications and monitor therapeutic responses.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, and other health professionals to ensure continuity of care.
• Provide patient education and support for families.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).

• Current Iowa license as a Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C).
• Psychiatric Mental Health certification required
  .
• Experience in behavioral health or psychiatry strongly desired.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, with shared call as noted above.
• Compensation: Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, retirement plan, CME allowance, and paid time off.

Location:

Mercy One Waterloo/Cedar Falls Behavioral Health Care – Waterloo, Iowa
Employment Type: Full-Time

Mercy One is a leading health care system committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care to the communities we serve. Our Behavioral Health team offers comprehensive mental health services in both outpatient and inpatient settings.

Mercy One Waterloo/Cedar Falls Behavioral Health Care is seeking a dedicated Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) with Psychiatric Mental Health certification to join our established, well-respected, and growing practice. This is an excellent opportunity to enjoy instant volume and collaborate with a strong multidisciplinary team.

• Join an established, well-respected, and growing practice
  .
• Current team:
  • 2 General Psychiatrist
  • 2 Child Psychiatrist
  • 1 Psych Hospitalist
  • 3 ARNP
• Clinic-based role with shared call responsibilities.
• Call schedule:
  • Weekday: 1:5*
  • Weekend: 1:7
    * (
    * subject to change)
    Includes consults and inpatient unit coverage.
• Facilities:
  • 20-bed Inpatient Unit at Waterloo Medical Center
  • Horizons Chemical Dependency U... (truncated for brevity)
• Large support staff of psychologists, social workers, and mental health counselors.

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and manage treatment plans for patients with mental health conditions.
• Prescribe medications and monitor therapeutic responses.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, and other health professionals to ensure continuity of care.
• Provide patient education and support for families.
• Maintain…