Mental Health Physician Assistant or NP

Description Job Title: Telehealth PA/NP (NY Licensed) – Outpatient Med Management Location: Remote (Telehealth) – Must hold an active NY license Schedule: Daytime hours, Monday–Friday (normal business hours) Compensation: Negotiable, based on experience About Us: At Total Life, we’re on a mission to support healthier aging and address mental health challenges by making high-quality, affordable emotional support services accessible to all older adults. As a behavioral health organization dedicated to older adult care, we use evidence-based practices to help clients live emotionally healthy, connected, and fulfilling lives. Position Overview We are seeking a NY-licensed Physician Assistant or Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our telehealth practice providing care exclusively to the geriatric population. This role focuses on follow-up medication management, cognitive assessments, and development of initial care coordination plans for older adults. Ongoing monitoring and patient support will be provided by our nursing team. This position offers a predictable daytime schedule with no evenings, weekends, or call requirements and is ideal for clinicians who are passionate about improving mental health and cognitive outcomes in older adults. Patient Population - Adults age 65 and older - Patients in assisted living, long-term care, and community settings - Common conditions include dementia, mild cognitive impairment, depression, anxiety, behavioral symptoms of dementia, sleep disorders, and medication-related concerns Key Responsibilities - Conduct telehealth follow-up visits for psychiatric medication management in geriatric patients - Monitor treatment response and adjust medications with attention to age-related risks, polypharmacy, and medical comorbidities - Perform cognitive screenings and assessments (e.g., MoCA, MMSE, or similar tools) - Develop initial care coordination and behavioral support plans - Collaborate closely with nursing staff who will provide ongoing monitoring and patient support - Communicate with supervising psychiatrist as needed - Maintain timely and accurate documentation within the EMR Qualifications - Licensed and certified as a Physician Assistant or PMHNP in NY (required) - Experience in geriatric psychiatry, long-term care, or dementia care strongly preferred - Experience with cognitive assessment tools and behavioral management strategies - Comfortable delivering care via telehealth platforms - Strong clinical judgment related to polypharmacy, fall risk, and medication safety in older adults - Ability to work collaboratively within a team-based care model What We Offer - Fully remote work environment - Consistent daytime schedule and strong work-life balance - Supportive administrative, nursing, and psychiatric leadership team - Flexible compensation structure - Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in an underserved geriatric population - Minimal administrative burden with strong clinical support About the Role This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician who values relationship-based care, thoughtful medication management, and team-supported treatment for medically complex older adults. What Will Set You Apart: - Experience working with older adults or in geriatric mental health - Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a compassionate, patient-centered approach - Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus - Established relationships within your local community Benefits & Compensation - Extremely competitive salary - Full-time position with comfortable visit lengths - Supportive clinical and administrative team - Opportunities for professional growth, leadership, and meaningful impact within a mission-driven organization Schedule - Monday – Friday FT position - 2 patients per hour plus very minimal supervisory expectations How to Apply Please attach your resume and a brief note about your interest in supporting healthier aging in your community. We look forward to meeting passionate clinicians ready to make a difference. Our Commitment: Total Life is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity, inclusion, and respect, ensuring a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.