Lead Advanced Practice Provider at Clarity Clinic, PLLC – Evanston, Illinois

About Clarity Clinic

Clarity Clinic is an interdisciplinary group private practice of Psychiatrists, Psychiatric Advanced Practice Providers (PAs, NPs), Psychologists, and Therapists. Our mission is to thoughtfully guide the whole person on their journey to find clarity and mental wellness by providing exceptional holistic care. Our staff of Psychiatrists, Advanced Practice Providers and Psychotherapists offer the latest medication, psychological assessment, and therapy treatment as we help guide our patients toward mental wellness and a balanced personal and professional lifestyle. Our team offers a broad range of specialties, services, and orientations to support and help all people regardless of their place in life. This multidisciplinary approach allows us to provide holistic care in psychiatry, psychotherapy and much more.

We’re redefining mental health care through our leading network of mental health providers, who thoughtfully guide the whole person on their journey to find clarity and mental wellness by providing exceptional psychiatry and therapy care. It’s time to get the mental health care you deserve with our leading psychiatry (medication management) and talk therapy services.

About the Role

The Lead Advanced Practice Provider is a full-time (40-hour) hybrid role that combines direct patient care with clinical leadership. This position supports and develops a team of physician assistants while collaborating closely with the Medical Director and operations team to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.

Administrative time is allocated based on team size and clinic needs, with clinical expectations adjusted accordingly.

Location: (Hybrid) 501 Davis Street, Evanston, Illinois 60201

In this role, you will:

Develop and support high-performing Physician Assistants to drive strong patient and organizational outcome Provide leadership for Physician Assistants at their specific clinic locationCollaborate with the Medical Director, Psychiatrists, and Operations to ensure high-quality, evolving mental health carePerformance coaching to the Physician Assistant teamSupport recruitment and training effortsEnsure proper provider onboarding and training in alignment with organizational policies and clinic needs Maintain knowledge of facility policies and procedures and work with Operations and HR teams when necessary Facilitate clear communication and transparency across departments Communicate effectively and consistently with the Medical Director/Supervising Physician

Minimum Requirements:

Active Illinois PA license Master's degree from an accredited physician assistant programCertification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)DEA license (required prior to seeing patients)The ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals.

Conditions of Employment:

Must pass a pre-employment criminal background checkSubject to credentialing process; must maintain credentialed status, as applicableMust maintain certification statusMust maintain licensure status

Role Competencies:

Clinical Expertise - Conducts comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, provides evidence-based medication management, and effectively assesses and manages crises within scope of practice.Professional & Ethical Practice - Maintains compliance with licensure, regulatory standards, and organizational policies while delivering culturally responsive, patient-centered care.Documentation & Clinical Efficiency - Ensures timely, accurate documentation and effective time management to support quality care and patient access.Interdisciplinary Collaboration - Works collaboratively with psychiatrists, therapists, and multidisciplinary team members to support coordinated treatment planning.Clinical Leadership & Team Development - Provides mentorship, performance coaching, onboarding support, and fosters clear communication and accountability among APP team members.Operational Awareness - Supports clinic operations by identifying coverage needs and communicating effectively across departments to maintain continuity of care.

Perks & Benefits:

Base Salary: $115,000-$150,000, commensurate to years of experience (plus bonus earning potential)Full-time Hybrid Model (3 days in-office/2 days remote)Work/Life balanceFull comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, EAP services and moreMonthly Wellness Services Reimbursement401k match up to 4%Opportunities for growth and professional developmentA vibrant and collaborative environmentMalpractice insurance20 days PTO + 5 Sick Days + 6 Holidays + 3 Continuing Education Time Off Days$2,000 CME reimbursement stipendThe latest advancements in digital technology relevant to Psychiatry and Behavioral Health practicesA diverse patient population with a wide range of clinical cases

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and effectively communicate with others.  The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit and use a keyboard. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 

Other duties:

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position.  Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. 

We celebrate diversity when it comes to all backgrounds and identities, and we encourage applications from minorities, LGBTQ+ individuals, candidates of all ages, and nontraditional backgrounds. Clarity Clinic an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Please stay alert to protect yourself from sophisticated job scams during the recruiting process. Only emails that come from claritychi.com are legitimate recruiting messages. Our HR Team will not send emails from other domains, or message you using WhatsApp or text messaging. We conduct all interviews by phone or video, and we will never ask you for money or to download software either during the interview process, credentialing or during our onboarding process. More tips from the FTC to avoid job scams: https://www.consumeraffairs.com/news/ftc-offers-tips-on-avoiding-job-scams-041321.html