Psychiatric Physician Assistant (PA) – 1099 Part-Time

Company: VivacityPsych Inc.

Location: Hybrid/Flexible (Telehealth \+ In\-Person in Stafford, VA)

Job Type: Part\-Time 1099 (with pathway to Full\-Time W\-2\)

Compensation: Starting at $85/hour per clients seen, based on experience

About VivacityPsych

VivacityPsych Inc. is a growing outpatient mental health practice providing medication management for children, adolescents, and adults. Our mission is to expand access to compassionate, high\-quality psychiatric care through both in\-person and telepsychiatry services.

We are seeking an experienced Psychiatric Physician Assistant who is interested in growing with a supportive and expanding private practice, and is passionate about mental health with a commitment to continued learning and growth within the field.

Position Overview

This role will begin as a part\-time 1099 position with the opportunity to transition into a full\-time W\-2 role as the practice continues to grow. The role is flexible with mostly virtual appointments, and on\-site appointments in Stafford, VA (or other locations) as needed. We are actively seeking a second location in Northern Virginia.

You will provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and follow\-up care via telehealth and in\-person visits.

Minimum Requirements and Experience (Please apply only if you meet these)

• Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies
• Active, unrestricted Virginia license
• Willingness to obtain Maryland license
• Active Virginia DEA license
• Minimum 1 \-2 years experience in psychiatry or mental health care
• Comfortable treating patients ages 5\+ across the lifespan
• Comfortable providing care via telehealth
• Must be comfortable with 15–30 minute follow\-up visits and 45–60 minute initial evaluations
• Strong documentation and clinical decision\-making skills
• Proven ability to adhere to medical standards and protocols while providing exceptional patient care.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential for effective collaboration within the healthcare team.

Preferred Qualifications

• CAQ in Psychiatry (Certificate of Added Qualifications)
• Experience treating children and adolescents
• Experience in outpatient/private practice settings

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations
• Diagnose and treat mental health conditions
• Provide ongoing medication management and follow\-ups
• Maintain timely and accurate EHR documentation
• Collaborate with clinical team as needed
• Provide telehealth and occasional in\-person care

Growth Opportunity

• Flexible schedule, with in\-person visits offered according to clinician availability and patient demand
• Administrative, billing, and credentialing support
• Opportunity to transition to full\-time W\-2 (with benefits) as company caseload grows
• Long\-term growth opportunity within expanding practice

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and a cover letter.

Pay: From $85\.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Experience:

• outpatient psychiatry: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Stafford, VA 22554 (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Stafford, VA 22554