Physician Assistant (PA-C) Psychiatry & Medication Management Prosperous Health | Lake Hughes, California
Join a Growing Behavioral Healthcare Platform Prosperous Health is a rapidly growing behavioral healthcare platform dedicated to delivering exceptional mental health, substance use disorder, and integrated medical services across multiple levels of care. Our organization is built around a comprehensive continuum of care that supports patients throughout every stage of treatment, recovery, and long-term wellness. Through inpatient treatment, outpatient services, telehealth, psychiatric care, and innovative medical programs, Prosperous Health provides coordinated, patient-centered care across California.
Prosperous Health Network Our behavioral health network currently includes
- Prosperous Health Lake Hughes – 104-Bed Inpatient Behavioral Health & Substance Use Disorder Treatment Campus
- Prosperous Health San Juan Capistrano – Outpatient Behavioral Health Program
- Prosperous Health Rancho Palos Verdes – Outpatient Behavioral Health Program
- Prosperous Health Woodland Hills – Outpatient Behavioral Health Program
- Prosperous Health Virtual Care – Statewide Telehealth Behavioral Health Program
- Prosperous Medical Prosperous Medical serves as the integrated medical and clinical services division of Prosperous Health. Services include:
- Psychiatric Evaluation and Medication Management
- Outpatient Mental Health Services
- Integrated Medical Care
- Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
- Telepsychiatry Services
- Outpatient Clinical Services
- Care Coordination and Continuity of Care Programs
- Innovative Behavioral Health and Medical Treatment Solutions Together, Prosperous Health and Prosperous Medical provide a fully integrated behavioral healthcare platform that supports patients across the continuum of care.
Position Summary
Prosperous Health is seeking a compassionate and experienced Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join our multidisciplinary treatment team at Prosperous Health Lake Hughes, a newly developed 104-bed inpatient behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment campus. The Physician Assistant will work collaboratively with psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, nursing leadership, therapists, and medical providers to provide psychiatric assessments, medication management, patient monitoring, and ongoing clinical support for individuals experiencing mental health disorders, substance use disorders, and co-occurring conditions. This position offers a unique opportunity to work within a growing behavioral healthcare platform while helping shape clinical excellence across inpatient, outpatient, tele-health, and medical service lines.
Essential Responsibilities
- Psychiatric Assessment & Patient Care
- Conduct psychiatric and medical assessments under physician supervision as required
- Evaluate patients presenting with mental health disorders, substance use disorders, and co-occurring conditions
- Assess symptom severity, treatment response, and clinical stability
- Participate in treatment planning and multidisciplinary case review
- Monitor patient progress throughout treatment Medication Management
- Assist with psychiatric medication management
- Monitor medication effectiveness and side effects
- Participate in MAT protocols and stabilization programs
- Review medication compliance and treatment response
- Collaborate with psychiatrists and PMHNPs regarding medication adjustments and treatment recommendations Medical Support
- Evaluate common medical concerns encountered in behavioral healthcare settings
- Perform routine medical follow-up assessments
- Assist with medical clearances and ongoing health monitoring
- Collaborate with nursing staff regarding patient health concerns
- Support continuity of care and discharge planning Documentation & Compliance
- Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation
- Maintain patient records consistent with organizational and regulatory requirements
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA, DHCS requirements, accreditation standards, and organizational policies
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives
- Required Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
- Current California Physician Assistant License in good standing
- Current NCCPA Certification
- Current DEA Registration (or ability to obtain)
- Current BLS Certification
- Ability to successfully pass credentialing, background screening, and drug testing requirements
Preferred Experience Minimum 2 Years Experience In
- Psychiatry
- Behavioral Health
- Addiction Medicine
- Substance Use Disorder Treatment
- Inpatient Behavioral Health
- Residential Treatment Programs
- Community Mental Health
- Integrated
- Medical and
- Behavioral
- Healthcare
- Experience
- With:
- Depression
- Anxiety Disorders
- Bipolar Disorder
- PTSD
- Psychotic Disorders
- Personality Disorders
- Substance Use Disorders
- Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Co-Occurring Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior psychiatric medication management experience
- Experience in residential treatment settings
- Experience in addiction medicine
- Familiarity with ASAM Criteria
- Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles
- Experience working within multidisciplinary treatment teams
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Why Join Prosperous Health?
- Join one of California's fastest-growing behavioral healthcare organizations
- Help launch and shape a new 104-bed behavioral health campus
- Work within an integrated platform that includes inpatient, outpatient, tele-health, psychiatric, and medical services
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, PMHNPs, therapists, nurses, counselors, and executive leadership
- Exposure to innovative treatment modalities including TMS and integrated behavioral healthcare programs
- Opportunity for advancement throughout Prosperous Health and Prosperous Medical
- Leadership development opportunities as the organization expands
- Continuing education and professional development support
- Mission-driven culture focused on recovery, compassion, accountability, and clinical excellence
- Compensation & Benefits Compensation $95,000 - $180,000 annually DOE Additional compensation opportunities may include:
- Performance Incentives
- Leadership Opportunities
- Multi-Site Clinical Coverage Opportunities
- Telehealth Opportunities
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Schedule Options
- Full-Time
- Part-Time
- Hybrid Opportunities Available
- Multi-Site Opportunities Available
- Telehealth Opportunities Available Through Prosperous Medical
Equal Opportunity Employer Prosperous Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Apply Today Join Prosperous Health and Prosperous Medical as we build one of California's leading behavioral healthcare platforms. Qualified candidates should submit:
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- California PA License Information
- NCCPA Certification Information
- DEA Registration Information
- Relevant Clinical Certifications
- Cover Letter Highlighting Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Addiction Medicine, or Medication Management Experience Help shape the future of behavioral healthcare while making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals, families, and communities throughout California.
