PSYCHIATRIST

Description

JOB SUMMARY: The Staff Psychiatrist is responsible for diagnosing, treating, and managing mental illness through a combination of medication management and therapeutic interventions. The psychiatrist collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to provide patient-centered care and improve overall mental health outcomes.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Provides direct treatment in the context of individual, group and family settings.
• Provides case and program consultation and training to staff.
• May provide clinical supervision to other Edgewater Health professional staff.
• Conducts psychiatric evaluations and assessments for patients with various mental health disorders.
• Develop individualized treatment plans incorporating evidence-based practices.
• Document services provided.

• Serves as a member of the treatment team.
• Reexamine clients to determine progress and indication for change or discontinuance of treatment.
• Prescribe, adjust, and monitor psychotropic/therapeutic medications while managing side effects.
• Examines and treats patients in various settings, (only if designated with hospital privilege), and clinics.
• Obtain and maintain medical histories, medical reports, and other records.
• Reviews procedures and test performed on patients and creates plan of care.
• Must have knowledge of pharmacology, administration of medication and adverse reactions.
• Provide call coverage, as needed or required.
• Comply with all medical record chart completion requirements on outpatients.
• Participates in improving organizational performance through involvement in agency and department quality improvement programs as needed.
• Responsible for following all organization and department precautions and procedures in the performance of all duties to ensure a safe work environment for self and others.
• Promotes effective working relationships and works effectively as part of the departmental team to facilitate the meeting of departmental goals and objectives.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of medical policies and procedures and handle medical tools and equipment effectively. (i.e. stethoscope, blood pressure cuff, audio scope, etc.)
• Must have knowledge of crisis and medical emergency protocol, be able to administer First Aid as needed.
• Must have knowledge of infection control procedures.
• Assesses the physical needs of patients and confer with specialist physician when necessary.
• Interfacing and networking with outside contacts.
• Provide all medical directions and maintain medical protocols.
• Always maintain a minimum of the company’s productivity requirements 100% of the 75% requirement.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records in compliance with legal and organizational standards.
• Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures and monitor infection control for facility.
• Provide psychotherapy and counseling as necessary.
• Collaborate with psychologists, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals for comprehensive care.
• Educate patients and families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies.
• Participate in case conferences, clinical meetings, and ongoing professional development as needed.
• Stay current with advancements in psychiatry and mental health treatment.
• Ensure compliance with ethical, medical, and legal standards.
• Other responsibilities and tasks may from time to time be assigned.

Qualifications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations, compliance issues, and quality improvement methodologies.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire staff at all levels.
• Experience with community health initiatives and understanding of social determinants of health.

• Knowledge of federal and state healthcare policies and funding mechanisms.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.

SUPERVISED BY:  Hired, supervised and evaluated by the Medical Director.

EMPLOYEES SUPERVISED: Supervise PNP’s as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education – Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution
• Completion of an accredited Psychiatry residency program.
• Board certification or eligibility in Psychiatry.
• Licensures/Certifications – Valid medical license to practice in Indiana.
• DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances.

• Experience - A minimum of 1 year of experience in outpatient, inpatient, or community mental health settings preferred.
• Other- Must possess a valid driver’s license and active auto insurance.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Occasional standing, walking, lifting, reaching, kneeling, bending, stooping, pushing and pulling.
• Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.