$105k-$156k/yr
UnitedHealth Group is hiring a Psychiatric Mental Health NP - Full-time in Middlebury, CT as a contract position. The compensation range is $105k-$156k/yr. The average PMHNP salary in Connecticut is $0K/year. UnitedHealth Group currently has 22 open PMHNP positions on our platform.
**Sign on Bonus Offered for External Candidates** • *Tides of Mind,** part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a **Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)** board certified to join our team in Middlebury, Connecticut. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you’ll be an...
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**Sign on Bonus Offered for External Candidates**
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population. We offer a variety of solutions that meet the unique needs of our workforce and the patients they serve. From clinical operations such as credentialing to business operations such as contracting, we provide organizational support that allows our providers to focus on what matters - providing care.
+ Utilize evidence-based screening tools and diagnostic criteria to formulate comprehensive treatment plans
+ Deliver individual and group psychotherapy sessions, employing various therapeutic modalities tailored to each patient's needs
+ Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications per established protocols and clinical guidelines; monitor medication efficacy and side effects, adjusting treatment plans to optimize patient outcomes
+ Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements
UnitedHealth Group is hiring for this PMHNP position. Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners play a critical role in addressing the growing demand for mental health services across the United States. This employer is actively seeking qualified candidates to join their team.
Posted on Feb 8, 2026
Last updated: March 26, 2026
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+ Competitive salary & eligibility for quarterly incentive bonuses
+ Flexible work models & paid time off when you need it
+ Health and well-being benefits like health insurance, 401k matching, and other family support and wellness resources
+ Professional development with CME reimbursement and dedicated learning time to advance your career
You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
+ Clear, active and unrestricted Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) license in the state of Connecticut
+ Board certified as a PMHNP-BC by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or eligible for board certification
+ Active DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) registration
+ 3+ years of experience
+ Experience providing patient education, specifically regarding medication treatment adherence and aftercare services
+ Experience counseling patients using advanced psychotherapeutic techniques, including in group settings
+ Experience treating substance addiction and co-occurring disorders
+ Experience working with patients in different age groups, including older adults
+ Experience working with computers for professional communication and medical documentation - Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS (or other EHRs)
The salary range for this role is $104,500 to $156,000 annually based on full-time employment. Salary Range is defined as total cash compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
_OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations._
_OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment._
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population. We offer a variety of solutions that meet the unique needs of our workforce and the patients they serve. From clinical operations such as credentialing to business operations such as contracting, we provide organizational support that allows our providers to focus on what matters - providing care.
+ Utilize evidence-based screening tools and diagnostic criteria to formulate comprehensive treatment plans
+ Deliver individual and group psychotherapy sessions, employing various therapeutic modalities tailored to each patient's needs
+ Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications per established protocols and clinical guidelines; monitor medication efficacy and side effects, adjusting treatment plans to optimize patient outcomes
+ Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements
+ Competitive salary & eligibility for quarterly incentive bonuses
+ Flexible work models & paid time off when you need it
+ Health and well-being benefits like health insurance, 401k matching, and other family support and wellness resources
+ Professional development with CME reimbursement and dedicated learning time to advance your career
You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
+ Clear, active and unrestricted Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) license in the state of Connecticut
+ Board certified as a PMHNP-BC by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or eligible for board certification
+ Active DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) registration
+ 3+ years of experience
+ Experience providing patient education, specifically regarding medication treatment adherence and aftercare services
+ Experience counseling patients using advanced psychotherapeutic techniques, including in group settings
+ Experience treating substance addiction and co-occurring disorders
+ Experience working with patients in different age groups, including older adults
+ Experience working with computers for professional communication and medical documentation - Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS (or other EHRs)
The salary range for this role is $104,500 to $156,000 annually based on full-time employment. Salary Range is defined as total cash compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
_OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations._
_OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment._
