Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Psychiatric Physician Assistant, Boynton Health

Position Summary

The Advanced Practice Mental Health Clinician provides comprehensive psychiatric and mental health care to a diverse student population within a college health setting at Boynton Health. This role integrates diagnostic evaluation, supportive psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and medication management to support student well-being, academic success, and retention.

This position is 100%-time for 9 months (academic year) and 75%-time for 3 months (summer term).

Direct Clinical Care & Scope of Practice

• Diagnoses and treats a broad range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, trauma-related disorders, ADHD, mild to moderate eating disorders, and substance use concerns.
• Conducts comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, including psychiatric medical histories and risk assessments.
• Prescribes and manages psychotropic medications in accordance with licensure, federal and state regulations, best practices, and Boynton Health guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced degree plus at least 4 years of experience, or Terminal degree plus at least 1 year of experience
• Licensed Physician Assistant (PA) with psychiatric/mental health experience OR Licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Nurse Practitioner, with mental health specialization
• Current licensure to practice in the State of Minnesota