What are the responsibilities and job description for the SUPERVISING MENTAL HEALTH PSYCHIATRIST position at Los Angeles County?
FILING PERIOD :
November 1, 2021 @ 8 : 00 a.m. (PT)
UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSURE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
EXAM NUMBER : Y4737A
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT : OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY
ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES
The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 26 health centers and four acute hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics – DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov .
MISSION :
To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care.
DEFINITION :
Provides supervision to psychiatrists, multidisciplinary and ancillary staff in the provision of mental health services to clients in accordance with standards and scope of practice of psychiatry. Performs administrative responsibilities which include such duties as budget preparation for the section, determining equipment and supply needs, personnel responsibilities, developing and revising work procedures to expedite workload or improve level of service, and screening work.
Plans, assigns, directs, supervises and coordinates the work of the multidisciplinary staff providing mental health treatment and psychiatric services. Formulates policies, procedures, and plans and directs the programs and medical work of the section or assists in such activities for a division of a medical department.
Evaluates the overall activities of a program or unit including methods and techniques of departmental initiatives and protocols to enhance and improve client care. Makes recommendations regarding program policies and procedures, and implements changes in program.
Examines, diagnoses, and prescribes treatment for patients and reviews the care prescribed by staff physicians, resident physicians, and interns. Functions independently in performing psychiatric evaluations, including determining if probable cause is met to initiate detention under WIC 5150, and develops comprehensive psychiatric treatment plans.
Participates in the review of systems and processes in the unit or program and provides input into formulating corrective action plans to ensure quality of care. Evaluates the need for psychotropic medications; prescribes medication and monitors their overall effect and may administer medication / s, when needed.
Participates as a member of a collaborative professional team in the training program of interns and resident physicians. Evaluates the performance of assigned health care staff and makes recommendations for appropriate action.
Confers with consultants and makes recommendations regarding care of patients, medical and diagnostic work performed, and coordinates the work of consulting physicians. Supervises the maintenance of records and the compilation and preparation of reports.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :
Completion of a residency approved by an American Specialty Board in Psychiatry or equivalent training -AND- one (1) year of experience in medical practice, post residency training, teaching, or investigative work.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION :
- Equivalent training is defined as that training which the appropriate American Certifying Board formally recognizes in writing as being equivalent.
LICENSE :
California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
PHYSICAL CLASS II – Light :
Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION :
APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Applications electronically received after 5 : 00 p.m., PT on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.
All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or recession of appointment.
FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE :
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment.
DEPARTMENT CONTACT :
Brenda Aguila, Exam Analyst
213) 288-7000
baguila@dhs.lacounty.gov (Best way to contact)
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Salary : $7
