The UVA Physicians Group is seeking experienced, autonomous Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs) to join our growing network of outpatient primary care and pediatric practices across Central Virginia. Opportunities are currently available in:

• Stuarts Draft, VA
• Fishersville, VA
• Charlottesville, VA
• Louisa, VA

These positions offer the opportunity to provide integrated behavioral health services within established primary care and pediatric practices while collaborating closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and care management teams.

Position Highlights

• Full-time opportunities
• Four 10-hour day schedules available
• Outpatient-only practice
• No inpatient responsibilities
• Integrated behavioral health model
• Collaborative, team-based care environment
• Opportunities to work with pediatric, adolescent, and/or adult patient populations depending on location

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments.
• Diagnose and manage a broad range of behavioral health conditions, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, mood disorders, and other psychiatric conditions.
• Develop individualized treatment plans utilizing evidence-based medication management and therapeutic interventions.
• Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychotropic medications in accordance with Virginia regulations and clinical best practices.
• Provide ongoing follow-up care, including symptom management, medication monitoring, and treatment planning.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, medications, and community resources.
• Collaborate closely with primary care and pediatric providers to support integrated, patient-centered care.
• Coordinate referrals to specialty behavioral health services, counseling, developmental services, and community resources as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and support practice-wide efforts to improve access to behavioral health services.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).
• Current or eligible Virginia Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse licensure.
• DEA registration and prescriptive authority eligibility.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of psychiatric practice experience preferred.
• Ability to practice independently and manage an outpatient behavioral health patient panel.

Why UVA Physicians Group?

As part of UVA Health, you'll join a nationally recognized health system committed to expanding access to high-quality behavioral health care throughout Virginia. Our integrated care model allows psychiatric providers to work alongside primary care and pediatric teams to improve outcomes, reduce barriers to care, and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Candidates may indicate a preferred practice location or express interest in multiple locations during the application process.

About UVA Health

UVA Health is an academic health system with a world-class academic medical center including a level 1 trauma center, an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, and UVA Children’s. UVA Health also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond. Through teaching and research, we continue to advance medicine and innovate excellence while providing high-quality care. Culture, vision, and capabilities — these are just a few reasons why UVA Health is an employer of choice for physicians and healthcare professionals not only in Virginia, but throughout the healthcare industry. Led by the input, ideas, and insights from our team members, we are resolute in our mission to transform health and inspire hope for all Virginians and beyond. Discover what makes UVA Health a great place to work.

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