Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

OptumNorth Syracuse, New York

$129k/yr Full-Time In-PersonPosted 3 weeks ago

Role Snapshot

Schedule: Full-Time
Salary basis: Annual salary, $129k/yr
Work mode: In person

About this role

Psychiatry Services of New York, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our team in Syracuse, New York. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone. 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 sol…

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$172k

New York listings advertise 13% less than the national median

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About Optum

Optum 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.

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