Physician Assistant - Program Manager, Primary Care-Mental Health Integration (PCMHI)

Physician Assistant - Program Manager, Primary Care-Mental Health Integration (PCMHI)

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

Location(s): Augusta, Maine

Salary Range: $117953 - $209616 Per Year

Job Summary: This Physician Assistant - Program Manager, Primary Care-Mental Health Integration (PCMHI) position is in Mental Health services at the VA Maine Healthcare Systems, located at the Augusta, ME location.

Major Duties:

• NOTE: This recruitment will result in the hiring of one of the following disciplines: Psychologist, Psychiatrist, Social Worker (Program Coordinator), Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant. To apply to the Psychologist Program Manager: CBTD-12909066-26-MK To apply to the Social Worker Program Manager: CBTD-12909067-26-MK To apply to the Nurse Practitioner Program Manager: CBTD-12909026-26-CC To apply to the Psychiatrist Program Manager: CBTD-12910547-26-CC Primary Care Mental Health Integration (PCMHI) is a program of the Mental Health Service (MHS) that utilizes a collaborative care model and is co-located in the Primary Care Setting. The program is organized around a stepped model of care that aims to support the mental health needs of Veterans being served in the Primary Care setting. The Program Manager for PCMHI reports directly to the Chief of Mental Health or her/his designee; and shares responsibility with other MH Program Managers and Section Leads, along with the Chief and Assistant Chief of MHS for the overall quality of MHS clinical services and operations. The incumbent exercises broad program management responsibilities that are complex in scope, involving organization, direction, and management of outpatient treatment programming and staff from multiple professional backgrounds (psychiatrists, psychologists, advanced practice providers, social workers, professional counselors, et.al.). The program manager's oversight for PCMHI extends to all sites of care within the system that include a PCMHI component. The Incumbent serves as a subject matter expert for integrated mental health care and has sufficient depth and breadth of experience in this area to advise senior leaders on matters related to this field. The nature and scope of management duties is expected to change as the needs of the Mental Health Service evolve, and the incumbent is expected to adapt to these changing needs over time. The Incumbent will also function as a clinical provider within the PCMHI program. They will provide the full range of consultation, education, assessment, diagnosis, and brief interventions consistent with the PCMHI model of care. Services will be provided in a multi-disciplinary integrated care setting, and the incumbent will work closely with colleagues to provide timely, comprehensive, state-of- the-art mental health care. Duties include, but are not limited to: Collaborates with Mental Health Administration, Section Leads, Human Resources, and others as necessary in the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and retention of team members. Initiates personnel actions, award recommendations, disciplinary actions, and other related activities in accordance with policy. Furthers the goals of equal employment opportunity (EEO) by taking positive steps to assure the accomplishment of affirmative action objectives and by adhering to nondiscriminatory employment practices in regard to race, color, religion, sex, and affirmative action for the area under incumbent supervision in the following: (1) merit promotion of employees and recruitment and hiring of applicants; (2) fair treatment of all employees; (3) encouragement and recognition of employee achievements; (4) career development of employees; and (5) full utilization of their skills. Administratively supervises an interdisciplinary staff performing work up to the full performance levels of their respective occupations, including psychiatry, psychology, advanced practice providers, social work, professional counseling, and others. Monitors and communicates to supervised staff performance and workload expectations consistent with local and national VA standards. Provides the full range of direct patient care services within the PCMHI program, consistent with the PCMHI model and the incumbent's scope of competence. Services include assessment, intervention, case management, consultation, and education. Provides regular consultation to Primary Care staff. Successfully utilizes and can coach others in the use of the PCMHI model Successfully utilizes and can coach others in the use of recovery-oriented, evidence-based practices in mental health. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Work Schedule: Full-Time, 7:30am - 4:00pm, Monday - Friday Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized

Qualifications: Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Physician Assistant Basic Requirements Master's degree in any discipline or a bachelor's degree in any discipline with one year of experience as a Physician Assistant ~AND~ Successfully passed the PA National Certifying Exam (PANCE) (or are you in the process to taking the exam) ~AND~ Currently hold, or will hold, a full and unrestricted license to practice in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States or in the District of Columbia. Grade Determinations: Physician Assistant-I (PA-I) Experience and Education. None beyond the basic requirements. This is the entry level for PAs. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. The following list of knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA) present the minimum skill set expected of an Entry Level PA. This practice may include, but is not limited to: Ability to utilize the principles of PA practice in the care of assigned patients to provide appropriate care. Ability to perform patient history and physical. Ability to formulate a plan and provide treatment to the patient. Ability to provide patient care that is abreast of changing concepts and advancements in the profession. Physician Assistant-II (PA-II) Experience and Education. The PA at this grade is at the intermediate grade level and has had progressively increasing responsibility and experiences as indicated in the KSAs listed below. Individuals will have demonstrated the ability to analyze and solve more complex medical problems than at the entry level grade and can utilize their training in the successful practice of patient care and participate in team problem solving. Individuals demonstrate the KSAs of PA-II intermediate level by: Two years of successful practice as a PA. OR Successful completion of a PA post-graduate residency program sponsored by VHA Office of Academic Affiliations or other postgraduate residency programs accredited by VA, ARC-PA, U.S. Armed Forces, or another accrediting agency. OR A doctoral degree in a health-related field from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. PAs at this level are not required to meet each individual KSA listed below to qualify, but should be able to demonstrate, develop, or acquire those not met upon appointment for PA-III: Skills to analyze and solve complex medical problems. Ability to function autonomously and make independent medical decisions. Skill to incorporate training and experience into the successful practice of patient care including telehealth medical care. Ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary environment for improvement of services for patient care. Ability to practice with colleagues and peers collaboratively. Physician Assistant-III (PA-III) Experience and Education. PAs at the PA-III grade are at the full performance level and lead and organize patient care independently, practice within multi-disciplinary teams, and coordinate all aspects of patient care across the health care system. They utilize advanced clinical knowledge and judgment in decision-making and evaluating outcomes. They function as experts in clinical practice and/or in areas related to the assigned roles and responsibilities, may serve as mentors for transitioning PAs, and may provide training for health care students. Individuals can demonstrate the KSAs for the full performance level by: Three years of successful practice as a PA OR Successful completion of a PA post-graduate residency program sponsored by VHA Office of Academic Affiliations or other postgraduate residency programs accredited by VA, ARC-PA, U.S. Armed Forces, or another accrediting agency and one year of professional practice as a PA; OR A doctoral degree in a health-related field from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and one year of professional practice as a PA. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. The full performance level of this vacancy is PA III. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of PA I to PA III. Physical Requirements: This work is mostly sedentary and requires some standing, bending and carrying light items. The incumbent must have the ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time to interact with the patients and other services. Notifications: This position is not a Bargaining Unit position This position is in the Excepted Service Veterans' preference does not apply for internal or other current permanent Federal agency employees. Current and former Federal employees must submit copies of their most recent SF-50, (Notice of Personnel Action). The SF-50 must identify the position title, series, grade, step, tenure and type of service (Competitive or Excepted). In some cases, more than one SF-50 may be required to show a higher grade previously held.

How to Apply: All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 03/26/2026 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12912349. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions.

Application Deadline: 2026-03-26