Eastern Virginia Medical School·Norfolk, Virginia
The Advanced Practice Provider will perform comprehensive new patient evaluations and provide ongoing care for established patients under the supervision of a psychiatrist. This role also involves prescribing medications, maintaining accurate medical records in EPIC, and coordinating care plans within the Department of Psychiatry.
Overview Under the daily supervision of the Department Administrator, and Clinical Supervision of a Psychiatrist, this role functions as an Advanced Practice Provider within EVMS Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. This role will enable the Department Psychiatrists to expand their capacity to perform comprehensive new patient evaluations, and to provide patient care for patients that have established and determined diagnosis. This Advanced Practice Provider will also play a pivotal role in the Department's Next Day Clinic (NDAC).
Evaluates New Patients. Develop treatment plans for established patients and our revisions in accordance with applicable protocols, standards of care and under the clinical supervision of assigned psychiatrists. Prescribes medications under the practice agreement. Elicits and records a comprehensive and accurate past medical and social history and review of Systems for patients within EPIC. Maintains effective communication with Chairman, Department Administrator, and providers regarding individuals. patient care and develop a coordinated care plan. Maintains strict confidentiality of patient information in accordance with HIPAA and manages matters professionally with sensitivity to racial, ethnic, and sexual orientation issues.
Minimum Qualifications and Skills: Master’s in physician assistant or Nurse Practitioner. Must be a licensed PA by the Virginia Board of Medicine and a certified physician assistant by the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Or A licensed RN by the Virginia Board of Nursing and a certified licensed Nurse Practitioner.
At least three years of experience in Behavioral Health.
Location: Location US-VA-Norfolk
Candidates must hold a Master's degree as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner and possess the appropriate Virginia state licensure and national certification. A minimum of three years of experience in Behavioral Health is preferred.
Market context
In Virginia, advanced-practice roles like this are often competitive because employers look for clinicians who can work across outpatient primary care, urgent care, or emergency settings and see patients of all ages. This posting requires a master’s degree in a physician assistant program, active NCCPA certification, a DC license, and at least 2 years of experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm licensure and setting fit before applying.
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