About this role.
UpLift is hiring a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to provide remote psychiatric care through its telemedicine platform. The clinician will conduct video consultations, assess and diagnose patients, prescribe medication when appropriate, and coordinate treatment with therapists. This part-time 1099 role requires an active PMHNP credential, medical licensure, and at least one year of PMHNP experience. Providers work independently within applicable state telehealth laws while using UpLift’s virtual-care tools and workflows.
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Sample interview questions
I begin by confirming the patient’s identity, location, privacy, emergency contact information, and ability to participate safely by video. I then complete a structured psychiatric, medical, medication, substance-use, and psychosocial assessment, including a risk evaluation, before documenting findings and collaboratively developing a treatment plan.
I use direct, evidence-based risk questions to assess ideation, intent, plan, means, protective factors, and level of acuity. If risk is elevated, I follow an immediate safety protocol that may include a collaborative safety plan, contacting emergency supports, coordinating with local crisis resources, and documenting all actions clearly.
I confirm that telehealth prescribing is clinically appropriate and legally permitted in the patient’s state, review diagnosis and contraindications, reconcile medications, and discuss benefits, risks, alternatives, and follow-up expectations. I also consider the patient’s history, monitoring needs, access to pharmacy services, and coordination with other providers.
With appropriate consent, I would communicate relevant diagnostic impressions, medication plans, safety concerns, and treatment goals while respecting role boundaries and privacy requirements. I would use concise, timely updates and seek therapist observations that may improve medication management and continuity of care.
I create a professional, private, and empathetic virtual environment; use clear language; verify patient understanding; and set reliable follow-up plans. I also monitor outcomes, medication adherence, side effects, missed appointments, and patient feedback so that treatment can be adjusted promptly.
UpLift – Redefining Access to Mental Healthcare
At UpLift, we believe mental health is just as important as physical health — and we’re rethinking the mental healthcare model. UpLift is a multi-sided marketplace, applying technology to empower patients to find Therapists and Psychiatric providers covered by their insurance plan.
While 1 in 5 Americans struggle with mental health issues, only 40% of this group received care in the last year. At the same time, only 30% of therapists accept insurance. UpLift acts as the bridge between patient, provider, and insurer — empowering patients to find the best care for their needs at a price they can afford.
Why Join UpLift
- Estimated Effective Hourly Earnings*: Earnings between $73 to $160 per hour is based on a 60-minute session assumption that includes a combination of patient visits and hourly equivalent CPT codes. Compensation for CPT codes can vary based on clinician’s license and state of licensure. Compensation for CPT codes can vary based on clinician’s license and state of licensure.
- Expand access to care: Provide psychiatric services to individuals who otherwise may not have access to mental healthcare.
- Collaborative model: Work hand-in-hand with UpLift’s network of licensed therapists to deliver world-class, evidence-based care.
- All-in-one virtual platform: Focus on your patients — UpLift handles credentialing, enrollment, and platform operations.
- Work from anywhere: This role is 100% remote, with care delivered via UpLift’s purpose-built telemedicine platform.
- Flexible commitment: Part-time, 1099 contract position
What You’ll Do
- Conduct video consultations and message with patients via telemedicine.
- Assess, screen, diagnose, and prescribe medication as clinically appropriate.
- Coordinate treatment planning and care delivery with UpLift’s network of therapists.
- Provide empathetic, high-quality care and uphold UpLift’s clinical and service standards.
- Share product and workflow feedback with UpLift’s engineering and operations teams to help improve care delivery.
Who We’re Looking For
- At least one year of experience as a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).
- Active medical license in good standing.
- Comfortable prescribing medication when clinically appropriate and permitted by state law.
- Skilled at using online tools and technology to deliver virtual care.
- Previous telemedicine experience is a plus.
- Multiple state licenses and fluency in additional languages are strong advantages.
Important to Know
- This is a part-time, contract (1099) position — not a salaried employee role.
- UpLift will credential and enroll you with multiple health plans to expand access to insured patients.
- All care is delivered remotely through UpLift’s telehealth platform.
- All clinical decisions are made independently by licensed providers in accordance with state telehealth laws and professional standards.
License/Certification:
- Medical License (Preferred)
- PMHNP
Location:
- United States (Required)
- Work Location: Remote
*Estimated effective hourly earnings are for licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners and are illustrative estimates derived from modeled assumptions, not a guaranteed hourly rate, wage, or salary. These estimates are calculated using assumptions regarding number of completed visits per hour, CPT code mix, and utilization of add-on codes (such as 90833) when clinically appropriate and properly documented. Actual earnings vary and are dependent on individual clinical decisions, case mix, scheduling availability, payer reimbursement, licensure, and geographic market factors..
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