*Psychiatric Physician Assistants/Nurse Practitioners--are you ready for a change? Don't miss this terrific opportunity to work with an underserved patient population in one of the beautiful communities in the U.S.!**Appalachian Mountain Health ("AMH")*, a Federally Qualified Health Center network based in Asheville, NC, is hiring a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our exceptional clinical team at our brand-new Murphy location in delivering quality-focused psychiatric primary care services for adult (18+) patients.AMH provides comprehensive, accessible, patient-centered primary care to all, including low-income, medically underserved and uninsured populations, at six locations throughout Western North Carolina.Our Psychiatric NP/PAs work closely with physicians, other advanced practitioners, behavioral health clinicians, and clinical and administrative support staff in a team-based approach to patient care.Required qualifications include:* Physician Assistant /Nurse Practitioner degree from an accredited institution.* Current North Carolina PA-C or NP license.* Psychiatric CAQ.* CPR certification.* 2+ years of practice experience with an adult population in a public health setting, preferably in a rural or under-served area.* Strong commitment to practicing in a community health setting.* Excellent interpersonal skills, as well as critical thinking skills, the ability to handle stressful situations and the capacity to function independently.* High degree of initiative, judgment, discretion and decision-making to achieve AMH's mission.In return, AMH offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, long-term and short-term disability insurance, relocation package, NHSC Loan Repayment, Continuing Medical Education allowance, Flexible Savings Account, 403(b) with match, generous PTO and Holiday policies and so much more!AMH's mission - to provide culturally competent, high-quality healthcare to the medically vulnerable population in western North Carolina - is rooted in a primary care and preventive services medical home model with fees for services adjusted on the basis of a patient's ability to pay. *AMH is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, citizenship, disability or veteran status.*To apply, please access the link to provide a resume and cover letter, including salary expectations. EOE. No Recruiters please.Job Type: Full-timeJob Type: Full-timePay: From $100,000.00 per yearBenefits:* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Employee assistance program* Flexible spending account* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Parental leave* Professional development assistance* Relocation assistance* Retirement plan* Vision insuranceSchedule:* Day shift* Monday to FridayEducation:* Master's (Required)Experience:* Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant: 1 year (Preferred)License/Certification:* Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license (Required)* Psychiatric CAQ certification (Preferred)Ability to Relocate:* Murphy, NC 28906: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In person
