Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Equip is the leading virtual, evidence-based eating disorder treatment program on a mission to ensure that everyone with an eating disorder can access treatment that works. Created by clinical experts in the field and people with lived experience, Equip builds upon evidence-based treatments to empower individuals to reach lasting recovery. All Equip patients receive a dedicated care team, including a therapist, dietitian, physician, and peer and family mentor. The company operates in all 50 states and is partnered with most major health insurance plans. Learn more about our strong outcomes and treatment approach at www.equip.health
Founded in 2019, Equip has been a fully virtual company since its inception and is proud of the highly-engaged, passionate, and diverse Equisters that have created Equip’s culture.  Recognized by Time as one of the most influential companies of 2023, along with awards from Linkedin and Lattice, we are grateful to Equipsters for building a sustainable treatment program that has served thousands of patients and families.
About this role:
Equip Health is seeking a passionate, driven Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join its rapidly growing clinical care team caring for children and adults with eating disorders in a 100% virtual Telehealth platform. Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners are essential members of Equip’s treatment team, working alongside a therapist, peer mentor, medical provider, dietitian and family mentor to help people recover from an eating disorder.

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive assessments and diagnosis of eating disorders and co-occurring psychiatric conditions 
• Implement medication treatment plans for eating disorders and co-occurring conditions in a virtual clinic (i.e. telehealth) setting
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team of physicians, dietitians, therapists, patient mentors, and family mentors, along with outside providers
• Utilize between-session messaging to support patients and communicate with the treatment team through Equip’s EMR in accordance with Equip’s policies and procedures 
• Engage and collaborate in treatment team meetings, supervision, and department meetings

Time Expectations:

• Your time will be divided between:
• Team meetings: 2 hours per week. Treatment Team Meeting and Medical/Psychiatric Team Meeting
• Individual supervision: 0.5 -1hr/week
• Clinic Time: 65% of your Clinic Time is devoted to sessions with patients.
• Administrative Time: 20% of your Clinic Time is scheduled to respond to between-session messages or hold unanticipated sessions
• There is no call requirement; major and minor holidays are off without patient obligations
• Hours are in EST

Requirements:

• Board Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Licensed Physician Assistant
• Maintain an active license to practice in the state(s) that their patients reside and/or be willing to become licensed in other states (paid by Equip)
• Demonstrate a commitment to providing excellent evidence-based care, advancing clinical skills, and a passion for professional development
• Communicate effectively with patients and patients carers, and respond to messages within a timely mannerBe curious, enjoy learning, and participate enthusiastically in a multidisciplinary team
• Comfort and experience treating patients with emotion dysregulation, suicidal ideation, substance use, trauma, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, personalIty disorders, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and substance use disorders. Equip uses a HAES and gender affirming approach to care
• Ability to provide care 2 evenings per week (Till 7 pm in EST)
• Monday - Friday 40 hours

Bonus if you have the following:

• Fluent in English and Spanish
• 1-2 years of clinical experience
• Experience treating patients with eating disorders

Compensation and Benefits: 
Equip offers competitive compensation and benefits programs as well as, career development opportunities, and exciting team retreats to ensure community and connection.  The Talent Acquisition team will provide candidates with our benefit guide and share compensation information beyond posted bands. Below we have highlighted a list of some of our most popular benefits.
 Short and long term incentives, including yearly bonus potential Remote work from home Flexible PTO & Leave programs Health, dental, and vision in