Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

Posting Date

08/06/25

Application Deadline

08/10/25

Pay Range

$130,250 - $188,000 annually

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Correctional Health

About the Position

Are you looking to work in a collaborative environment with other medical and mental health professionals? Do you want a position where you can make a positive difference in the lives of others? If so, Correctional Health Services in Phoenix, Arizona, may be the place for you.

Correctional Health Services, one of the largest county jail healthcare systems, is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric NP) or a Psychiatric Physician Assistant (Psychiatric PA) for an exciting opportunity to work with incarcerated individuals. The Psychiatric NP or PA will work within an interdisciplinary team to provide integrated health care to patients navigating the judicial system. A Psychatric NP or PA working within CHS has the opportunity to impact people when they are at their most difficult times, giving the Psychiatric NP or PA a unique ability to make substantial positive changes in the lives of incarcerated individuals, their families, and the community.

About Us

It's time for you to utilize and perfect your talents.

Correctional Health Services is an industry-leading healthcare organization for the incarcerated population, providing 24/7 medical, dental, mental health, psychiatric care, and substance abuse treatment (i.e., Medication Assisted Treatment and Opioid Treatment Program). Our department's culture promotes collaboration, continuous training, and flexibility. We challenge our team to spearhead initiatives, break down barriers, and advance their expertise.

Apply now to work with a dynamic group of diverse and talented professionals.

Proud to Offer* Work with a greater purpose

• Exceptional work-life balance
  
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
  
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
  
• Child care benefits including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
  
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
  
• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
  
• Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
  
• Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ
  

We Require* One year of psychiatric or corrections experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

• Graduate of a nationally accredited school of nursing and a valid, unrestricted license to practice as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner issued by the Arizona State Board of Nursing OR Graduate of a Master of Physician Assistant program and completion of an accredited physician assistant program with a valid, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Arizona issued by the Arizona Regulatory Board of Physician Assistants
  

We Also Value* Experience working with mentally ill patients in an institutional environment

• Clozapine REMS certified
  

Job Contributions* Evaluates new admissions to reach a diagnosis and treat identified mental illness

• Re-evaluates patients under care to refine diagnosis and treatment as indicated
  
• Prescribes medications following the CHS Pharmacy Formulary and within FDA guidelines
  
• Documents evaluation, treatment, and other patient interactions clearly and thoroughly, and in compliance with licensure and accreditation requirements
  
• Provides orders for emergency intervention (therapeutic restraints and/or emergency medications) when necessary for patient safety.
  
• Participates in the management of patients who require involuntary treatment, including, but not limited to, initiating Court-ordered evaluation and ordering the administration of involuntary medications
  
• Participates as a member of the Medical and Mental Health Interdisciplinary Treatment team, assists in developing Special Needs Treatment Plans, coordinates with the Forensic Team for any patients in a forensic program, and works with the medical staff to manage medical problems, which may include providing basic medical care and participation in interdisciplinary team meetings
  
• Schedules patients for continuing psychiatric services appropriate to the level of care and current acuity to improve and maintain the best possible level of functioning.
  
• Participates in peer review, in-service training, quality improvement processes, and other meetings necessary to improve patient care.
  
• Participates in the development of psychiatric protocols and clinical practice guidelines to ensure medical services are provided in a cost-effective manner that is consistent with psychiatric standards and appropriate for the correctional setting
  
• Assists with preparation for licensure and accreditation surveys
  
• Maintains licensure, certifications, and other credentialing
  
• Provides coverage for all jail areas when needed is determined by the administration
  

Working Conditions* Must be able to work inside a jail and stand, walk, and bend for extended periods of time throughout the shift while accurately handling a high volume of work, communicating with a culturally diverse patient population, and adapting to frequent changes, interruptions, and unscheduled tasks

• Position includes day or night shift work, which may include weekends and holidays
  
• Traveling or floating to various clinical locations is required within a 5-mile radius
  
• Must be able to respond to emergencies
  
• Must maintain CPR certification and get on the floor to perform CPR/chest compressions, push medical equipment, climb stairs, and lift patients on a gurney
  
• Must be able to pass a fingerprint background check and maintain MCSO jail access
  
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a DEA license to prescribe Schedule II, III, and IV narcotic certification upon hire
  
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a CPR certification upon hire
  
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain an NPI number upon hire
  
• Upon hire Psychiatric NP will also need a current American Nurse Credentialing Center (AANC) certification in Advanced Nursing Practice as an Adult or Family Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
  
• Upon hire a Psychiatric PA will also need a Certificate of Added Qualification in Psychiatry
  

Selection Procedure* Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
  
• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
  
• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
  

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

Apply Now!