Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

About the Role

We're hiring a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our team in Salinas, CA. This is a W2, in-person role providing psychiatric care to patients aged 11 and up. The role includes a hybrid model: providing in-person care from our Salinas office, with the option to see some patients via telehealth.

As a MOOD provider, you'll treat a range of conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and schizoaffective disorder. This position is ideal for a clinician seeking meaningful, flexible, and supported psychiatric practice in a dynamic environment.

What You'll Do

• Provide in-person and telehealth psychiatric care to adolescents (11+) and adults
• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Prescribe and manage medications, with careful attention to safety, efficacy, and patient education
• Maintain timely and complete clinical documentation in accordance with state and practice standards
• Participate in case consultations and peer collaboration
• Build strong therapeutic rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds

What We Offer

• Competitive pay for providers who work in office: $100-$110 per hour-long encounter (W2, pay-per-encounter)
• Malpractice and tail coverage
• Flexible scheduling within clinic hours (you set your availability)
• A supportive, collaborative environment with a focus on clinical quality
• Streamlined EHR and tech platform to minimize admin burden
• Leadership and growth opportunities as our practice expands

Qualifications

• Active California PMHNP license and California furnishing number
• Active or pending California DEA license
• 2+ years of experience treating adolescents (ages 11-17) and adults
• Experience diagnosing and treating: ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder
• Comfort with hybrid care delivery: in-person and virtual
• Proficiency with EHR and telehealth platforms
• Spanish fluency is a plus, but not required

Schedule & Setting

• Job Type: Part-time, Full-time
• Setting: In-person (Salinas, CA) + Telehealth
• Schedule: Monday to Friday availability preferred; some weekend availability a plus

Join Us

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking practice, delivering high-quality, compassionate care in a supportive and innovative environment. If you're passionate about improving mental health care and want to help shape the future of psychiatric services, we'd love to hear from you.

• At MOOD, we believe great care starts with a great team-and great teams are diverse.
• No matter where you come from, what you believe, or how you identify, you are welcome here.
• We're committed to fair hiring practices and fostering an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.
• We believe in the power of differences-and we're glad you're considering joining us.

Need accommodations during your application or interview process? Just reach out-we've got you.

Pay

$100—$110 USD