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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Job Description

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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Location: North Chesterfield, VA — Hybrid or Virtual-Only
Employment Type: Independent Contractor (1099) | Part-Time (20+ hours per week) with potential to grow

About Circle of Wellness
Circle of Wellness is a thriving outpatient mental health practice in North Chesterfield, Virginia.

Our mission is to provide compassionate, culturally responsive, and comprehensive mental health care for individuals, families, and couples across all stages of life. We’re expanding our services to include psychiatric medication management and the launch of our Mental Health Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) — and we’re seeking an experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join us as an independent contractor. This is an unique opportunity to help shape a growing service line within a supportive, established practice.

The Role
The PMHNP will provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management for clients receiving outpatient therapy and those enrolled in our new IOP. You’ll collaborate closely with our clinical team to ensure continuity of care, while enjoying the flexibility to create your own schedule and see clients virtually or in-person. We’re looking for a confident, experienced provider who values clinical autonomy, professionalism, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and ongoing medication management
Coordinate with therapists and IOP clinicians to ensure integrated client care
Document services thoroughly and timely in the EHR
Maintain a consistent caseload (minimum 20 client hours weekly)
Provide care to clients typically ages 12–65, depending on experience
Participate in collaborative case discussions as needed

Qualifications

Licensed PMHNP in Virginia (required)
At least 2 years of psychiatric experience (outpatient or IOP experience strongly preferred)
Familiarity with outpatient billing, coding, and documentation standards
Excellent clinical judgment and communication skills
Able to work independently with minimal supervision
Comfortable seeing clients virtually or in a hybrid model

Compensation & Structure

This is a 1099 independent contractor role.
60/40 split to start (clinician retains 60%)
Increase to 65–70% after 6 months based on caseload and performance
Minimum commitment of 20 client hours per week
Option to expand to full-time as demand increases

Important Notes:

Contractor is responsible for maintaining their own malpractice insurance and collaborative agreement
Circle of Wellness provides billing, scheduling, and administrative support
Flexible hours and fully virtual work available

Why Join Circle of Wellness?

Be part of a growing practice expanding into psychiatric and IOP services
Work in a supportive, collaborative environment that values your expertise
Enjoy the flexibility of private practice with the stability of an established organization
Make an impact in a practice that prioritizes care, connection, and clinical integrity

To Apply
If you’re an experienced PMHNP looking for a flexible, meaningful partnership with a growing team, we’d love to connect. Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to llewis@circleofwellnesscounseling.com and share your areas of expertise, preferred schedule, and start availability.

Circle of Wellness

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