Job Opportunities

Aspire Psychology is a thriving multidisciplinary private practice in downtown Portland, Oregon, offering both therapy and medication management services. We are excited to consider Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners for full-time positions, and we are pleased to offer a relocation allowance for out of state hires!

Why Aspire Psychology?

Aspire Psychology is a thriving multidisciplinary private practice in downtown Portland, Oregon, providing psychotherapy and psychiatric medication management. Our clinicians share a commitment to thoughtful, evidence-based, individualized care and work collaboratively to help patients build healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Founded by Dr. Jami Howell, a Portland native who completed her training locally, Aspire was created to be a great fit not only for patients, but also for the clinicians who care for them. Over the years, we have built a strong community reputation for high-quality, coordinated care and while cultivating a close-knit team.

Just as important as the care we provide is the culture we create. We value diversity, inclusion, individuality, authenticity, and genuine connection, and want our team members to feel comfortable, supported, and proud of where they work.

What You Can Expect

• Genuine work-life balance, with a culture built around flexibility, connection, and sustainability

• Collaboration and support through regular case consultation, multidisciplinary teamwork, and individual support 

• An experienced administrative team handling marketing, credentialing, billing, patient communication, chart preparation, and other patient-care support

• Streamlined systems that reduce the burden of administrative tasks and allow clinicians to focus on patient care

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric care to adult patients, or to both adult and adolescent patients (ages 14+) with mild to moderate mental health conditions 

• Complete comprehensive psychiatric intakes, diagnostic assessments, and individualized treatment plans

• Provide ongoing psychiatric medication management in accordance with professional standards and individual treatment plans

• Provide in-person care when medically necessary or clinically appropriate for a patient's treatment

• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in accordance with professional standards

• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, confidentiality requirements, applicable federal, state, and local laws, licensing requirements, and professional codes of ethics

• Maintain professional conduct in accordance with the mission and values of Aspire Psychology

• Participate in Aspire’s required community engagement and referral-development efforts, including partner meetings, educational presentations, and professional networking

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a licensed prescriber, with 2+ years preferred 

• Active prescribing experience within the past two years required

• Recent practice experience in Oregon strongly preferred

• Active Oregon professional license or eligibility for Oregon licensure required

• Obtain professional liability insurance prior to start date and maintain throughout employment

• Must pass a background check as a condition of employment (conducted after a conditional offer, per Oregon law)

• Able to work onsite at Aspire’s downtown Portland office a minimum of 1 day per month up to 1 day per week, with additional in-office time as needed based on clinical need

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary of $140,000 - $150,000 per year (based on years of prescribing experience) for meeting a minimum caseload of 26 patient sessions per week

• Quarterly production bonuses available for prescribers averaging 27 or more patient sessions per week, with total cash compensation potential up to $177,000 per year

• 401(k) with company match up to 4%

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• 80 hours of paid vacation, 40 hours of paid sick time, and 7 paid floating holidays per year

• Annual professional development stipend

• Paid, structured onboarding with dedicated training time 

• Paid company events and retreats

How to Apply

Send (1) a brief cover letter detailing your clinical approach, populations served, and specialties, and (2) a resume or CV with relevant education and work history.

Aspire Psychology is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.