Mental Health Physician Assistant or NP
Total Life, Inc.·New Jersey
Total Life, Inc.·New Jersey
The role involves conducting telehealth follow-up visits for psychiatric medication management, monitoring treatment response, and performing cognitive screenings for geriatric patients. Key duties also include developing initial care coordination and behavioral support plans while collaborating closely with nursing staff.
At Total Life, we’re on a mission to support healthier aging and address mental health challenges by making high-quality, affordable emotional support services accessible to all older adults.
As a behavioral health organization dedicated to older adult care, we use evidence-based practices to help clients live emotionally healthy, connected, and fulfilling lives.
Position Overview We are seeking a NJ-licensed Physician Assistant or Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our telehealth practice providing care exclusively to the geriatric population.
This role focuses on follow-up medication management, cognitive assessments, and development of initial care coordination plans for older adults.
Ongoing monitoring and patient support will be provided by our nursing team.
This position offers a predictable daytime schedule with no evenings, weekends, or call requirements and is ideal for clinicians who are passionate about improving mental health and cognitive outcomes in older adults.
Patient Population Adults age 65 and older Patients in assisted living, long-term care, and community settings Common conditions include dementia, mild cognitive impairment, depression, anxiety, behavioral symptoms of dementia, sleep disorders, and medication-related concerns Key Responsibilities Conduct telehealth follow-up visits for psychiatric medication management in geriatric patients Monitor treatment response and adjust medications with attention to age-related risks, polypharmacy, and medical comorbidities Perform cognitive screenings and assessments (e.g., MoCA, MMSE, or similar tools) Develop initial care coordination and behavioral support plans Collaborate closely with nursing staff who will provide ongoing monitoring and patient support Communicate with supervising psychiatrist as needed Maintain timely and accurate documentation within the EMR
Licensed and certified as a Physician Assistant or PMHNP in NJ (required) Experience in geriatric psychiatry, long-term care, or dementia care strongly preferred Experience with cognitive assessment tools and behavioral management strategies Comfortable delivering care via telehealth platforms Strong clinical judgment related to polypharmacy, fall risk, and medication safety in older adults Ability to work collaboratively within a team-based care model
Fully remote work environment Consistent daytime schedule and strong work-life balance Supportive administrative, nursing, and psychiatric leadership team Flexible compensation structure Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in an underserved geriatric population Minimal administrative burden with strong clinical support
This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician who values relationship-based care, thoughtful medication management, and team-supported treatment for medically complex older adults. What Will Set You Apart: Experience working with older adults or in geriatric mental health Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a compassionate, patient-centered approach Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus Established relationships within your local community Benefits & Compensation Extremely competitive salary Full-time position with comfortable visit lengths Supportive clinical and administrative team Opportunities for professional growth, leadership, and meaningful impact within a mission-driven organization Schedule Monday – Friday FT position 2 patients per hour plus very minimal supervisory expectations
Please attach your resume and a brief note about your interest in supporting healthier aging in your community. We look forward to meeting passionate clinicians ready to make a difference. Our Commitment: Total Life is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity, inclusion, and respect, ensuring a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.
Candidates must be a licensed Physician Assistant or Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in New Jersey and comfortable delivering care via telehealth platforms. Experience in geriatric psychiatry, long-term care, or dementia care, along with strong clinical judgment regarding medication safety in older adults, is strongly preferred.
Market context
Advanced-practice roles in New Jersey are often competitive because employers look for licensed Nurse Practitioners who can work independently while handling complex patient conversations with confidence. This category typically draws steady demand in settings that need experienced clinical decision-making, and candidates should confirm active NP licensure, national board certification, state licensure, and DEA registration before applying. Job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time when comparing roles.
