What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Specialist position at VitalCore Health Strategies?
VitalCore Health Strategies: A Leader in Correctional Healthcare
At VitalCore Health Strategies, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality healthcare services to correctional facilities across the country. As a Psychiatrist, you will be part of our team dedicated to delivering compassionate and effective care to those in need.
Job Summary:
The Site Psychiatrist is responsible for providing diagnostic evaluation and treatment to patients, as well as psychiatric consultation, diagnosis, and treatment to patients. This role requires strong clinical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for working with diverse populations.
Responsibilities:
- Provide onsite psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of inmates referred by medical and clinical services staff.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans that address the unique needs of each patient.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless delivery of care.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Stay up-to-date with industry best practices and adhere to all relevant regulations and standards.
Requirements:
- Graduate of medical school with completion of psychiatric residency.
- Licensed to practice in the state of South Carolina and certified by the Office of Behavioral Health.
- Current DEA number.
- Strong clinical skills, excellent communication abilities, and passion for working with diverse populations.
Benefits:
- Holiday Pay: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center, 401K & Plan Matching, PTO, Annual Incentive Bonus, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account.
- Part-Time schedule with 8 hours/week.
Why Work with VitalCore Health Strategies?
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees have the opportunity to participate and contribute to our success. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and strive to create a work environment that reflects these values.
