PMHNP Telehealth Contract at UpLift - $73-$160/hr in Columbus
Career & Market Insight
This role is a strong fit for PMHNPs looking to build an independent, flexible practice without the administrative overhead of running their own clinic. UpLift handles credentialing and insurance enrollment — two of the biggest friction points for clinicians entering private practice — which is a genuine green flag for early-career practitioners.
Compensation context: At $73–$160/hr (estimated, not guaranteed), this sits competitively for PMHNP telehealth contract work. Full-time employed PMHNPs typically earn $120,000–$160,000 annually (~$58–$77/hr). The upper range here exceeds salaried equivalents, but as a 1099 contractor, you absorb self-employment taxes (~15.3%), health insurance, and retirement savings independently — narrowing the effective advantage.
Skills developed in this role:
- Telemedicine clinical workflows — a rapidly growing competency in behavioral health
- Collaborative care coordination with therapists (integrated care model experience)
- Product feedback loops with engineering teams — valuable if transitioning into health-tech advisory or clinical ops roles
Culture signals: UpLift reads as an early-to-mid-stage health-tech startup. The emphasis on provider feedback to engineering suggests a lean, iterative product culture. This could be rewarding for clinicians who want influence beyond patient care.
Red flags to consider: No benefits, no guaranteed hours, and earnings are explicitly described as estimates — income predictability is low. Best suited as a supplementary income stream or for clinicians building a diversified independent practice portfolio.
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, 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.
- 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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