Physician Assistant / Psychiatry / Washington / Locum Tenens / Consult Liaison Psychiatry Advanced P

ResponsibilitiesApplying for this role is straight forward Scroll down and click on Apply to be considered for this position.Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle, Washington is recruiting an Advanced Practice Providerto join our team in the role of Hospital Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry.This is a hospital-based position that works cooperatively with the medical, surgical, emergency and social work services to address the complex medical and behavioral health needs of patients receiving care at Virginia Mason Medical Center. This includes providing care for people experiencing delirium, and mood, psychotic, anxiety, substance use, and somatic symptom disorders, among others. The Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry service also works closely with patients in the hospital under the Involuntary Treatment Act with Single Bed Certification. The Consultation-Liaison APP will have an important role in the education of clinical teams about behavioral health care, including multiple residency programs. The collaborative nature of this position, and partnership with physician and advanced practitioners, medical and surgical trainees, nurses, social work and other health professionals in a team-based environment is particularly rewarding.Schedule/CallThe consult psychiatry team works weekdays taking consults from 8-5.There are currently no overnight or weekend responsibilities for team members as this is currently covered by an outside tele psychiatry service.QualificationsAdvanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP)Washington State Registered Nurse License and an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner License are required for this job.Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and National Provider Identifier (NPI) numbers may be required depending on the position, as well as prescriptive authority.Advanced background in nursing; an understanding of anatomy, physiology, histology, and pharmacology; and strong interpersonal and counseling skills.Certification by specialty area as well as work experience in specialty area may be required, depending on the position.Physician Assistant-CThis position requires Certification as a Physician Assistant with prescriptive authority in the State of Washington.OverviewVirginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person ? body, mind, and spirit ? in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. xhyhwjd When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.Pay Range $67.40 - $81.58 /hour