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Job Title: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Hybrid

Location: Portland, OR (Hybrid)

Status: Full-Time (W-2 Employee)

Why Aspire Psychology

Aspire Psychology is a thriving multidisciplinary private practice in downtown Portland, Oregon, providing psychotherapy and psychiatric medication management. Our clinicians share a commitment to thoughtful, evidence-based, individualized care and work collaboratively to help patients build healthier, more fulfilling lives.

At Aspire, you can enjoy a flexible hybrid schedule, with up to 1 day per week in our centrally located downtown office and the remainder of your time working remotely.

Founded by Dr. Jami Howell, a Portland native who trained locally, Aspire was created to be a place where both patients and clinicians can thrive. Over the years, we have earned a strong community reputation for high-quality, coordinated care. Just as importantly, we have created a work culture grounded in inclusion, authenticity, and connection where team members feel genuinely valued, supported, and proud of where they work.

What You Can Expect

• Genuine work-life balance: A culture built around flexibility, connection, and sustainability.
• Comprehensive Benefits: This is a W-2 position that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match.
• Collaboration: Support through regular case consultation, multidisciplinary teamwork, and individual support.
• Operational Support: An experienced admin team handling marketing, credentialing, billing, patient communication, and chart preparation.
• Streamlined Systems: Systems designed to reduce administrative burden so you can focus on patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric care to adult patients, or to both adult and adolescent patients (ages 14+) with mild to moderate mental health conditions.
• Complete comprehensive psychiatric intakes, diagnostic assessments, and individualized treatment plans.
• Provide ongoing psychiatric medication management in accordance with professional standards.
• Provide in-person care when clinically appropriate for a patient's treatment.
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, confidentiality requirements, and all applicable laws/licensing requirements.
• Participate in community engagement and referral-development efforts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a licensed prescriber, with 2+ years preferred.
• Active prescribing experience within the past year required.
• Active Oregon professional license or eligibility for Oregon licensure required.
• PMHNP national board certification required.
• Must be able to obtain an active, unrestricted DEA registration for the state of Oregon.
• Must pass a background check as a condition of employment.
• Ability to work onsite at our downtown Portland office a minimum of 1 day per month (up to 1 day per week).

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary of $140,000 - $150,000 per year (based on years of prescribing experience) for meeting a minimum caseload of 26 patient sessions per week
• Quarterly production bonuses available for prescribers averaging 27 or more patient sessions per week, with total cash compensation potential up to $177,000 per year
• 401(k) with company match up to 4%
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid sick time, vacation, and holidays
• Annual professional development stipend
• Paid, structured onboarding with dedicated training time
• Paid company events and retreats

How to Apply

Ready to join a team that values your clinical expertise and supports work-life balance? We are committed to a sustainable caseload that prevents burnout, ensuring you can do your best work and have time for yourself. If you are a PMHNP dedicated to providing exceptional, evidence-based care in a collaborative private practice environment, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter and we will be in touch with qualified candidates to discuss next steps.

Cover letter is required to be considered for this position.

Aspire Psychology is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.

For more information about Aspire Psychology, please visit our website: https://www.aspirepsychologyportland.com/