Emergency Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - UVMMC Job at The University of Vermont Health Network, Burlington, VT

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  • The University of Vermont Health Network
  • Burlington, VT

Job Description

Summary

The University of Vermont Medical Center is seeking a skilled and motivated Advanced Practice Provider (APP) - Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) - to join our Psychiatry Consult Team in the Emergency Department. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of emergency medicine and behavioral health in a dynamic, high-volume academic medical center.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and follow-up consultations for patients presenting with acute mental health needs in the Emergency Department.

  • Work autonomously while collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team that includes psychiatry attendings, residents, emergency medicine providers, social workers, mental health technicians, and medical students.

  • Develop and implement treatment plans, including medication management and crisis intervention.

  • Coordinate care transitions with inpatient psychiatric units, outpatient providers, and community resources.

  • Contribute to documentation, quality improvement initiatives, and the development of best practices in emergency psychiatry care.

Experience

Prior experience in psychiatric or behavioral health settings is strongly valued. For Nurse Practitioners, certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) is preferred. While not required for Physician Assistants, equivalent experience in psychiatric care is highly regarded.


Education

  • Successful completion of an APRN or PA educational program recognized by the State of Vermont.

  • Current (or eligible) certification to practice as an APRN from the VT State Board of Nursing or as a PA from the VT State Board of Medical Practice.

  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.

Full and part time positions available. Primary shift coverage needs are M-F 1:30 - 9pm and weekends 8a - 8p. Shift differential eligible.

For additional information about this position please reach out to Claire.Ross@uvmhealth.org

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Shift work, Weekend work,

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