A Physician Assistant provides medical care to patients, under the supervision of a physician or surgeon. Works in all areas and specialties of medicine, and is licensed to practice medicine but has less formal certification than a physician. Performs duties delegated by a physician such as recording patient medical histories, ordering diagnostic tests, or giving immunizations. May serve as the primary healthcare provider, in consultation with a part-time physician, in communities with limited health care resources.
We are seeking a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Psychiatric Physician Assistant to join our growing Family Medicine and behavioral health team. This role is designed to support the Practice Lead in managing an expanding patient panel due to high-volume growth, ensuring seamless continuity of care through a high-touch, psychotherapy-integrated model.
Clinical Scope & Responsibilities:
Target Patient Demographic:
Generalist practice catering to individuals from age 14 through geriatric populations.
Care Spectrum:
Focused management of a broad range of psychopathologies, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and substance use disorders.
Scheduling & Engagement:
Premium clinical workflow offering 90-minute intakes and 45-minute follow-up visits to facilitate deep patient connection.
Core Procedures:
Routine psychiatric assessments, psychotherapeutic interventions, utilizing specialized psychotherapy billing codes, and overseeing long-term care plans.
Volume, Call, & Location:
Daily caseload is strictly limited to a maximum of 10-11 patients. Dr. Purvis manages the vast majority of initial intakes to stabilize care plans. There are no mandatory call, evening, or weekend responsibilities. Practice operations are entirely on-site, with telehealth capped at 20% and reserved solely for stable, established individuals.
Qualifications:
Board Certified PMHNP or Psychiatric PA New graduates are highly preferred, as the practice favors training providers from the ground up; candidates must possess strong academic rigor and substantial historical nursing experience (e.g., psychiatric nursing or ICU). Active, unrestricted license to practice in the state of Georgia.
About Perry, GA:
Known as "Where Georgia Comes Together," Perry is centrally located right off I-75, offering an effortless 30-minute interstate commute from Macon, Warner Robins, Cordele, and Byron. Home to the highly-rated Houston County School District, making it an ideal and stable environment for growing families. Offers excellent outdoor recreation, including proximity to the scenic Ocmulgee River, beautiful local parks, and the nearby Go Fish Education Center. Boasts a warm, close-knit community feel that beautifully balances historic small-town charm with steady, prosperous economic growth. Our practice is a proud member of Privia Medical Group, a national physician organization with more than 3,500+ providers in multiple states. Through high-performance physician groups, accountable care organizations, and population health management programs, Privia works in partnership with health plans, health systems and employers to better align reimbursements to quality and outcomes. Simone Bridges Director, Physician Recruitment Privia Medical Group Facility & Address Privia Medical Group - Perry, GA 1016 Keith Drive Perry, GA 31069
