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Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician

YesCare
Philadelphia, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/9/2025

Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician at YesCare summary :

As a Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician, you will conduct psychiatric assessments and provide diagnosis and treatment for inmates, ensuring comprehensive mental health care within a correctional setting. Responsibilities include overseeing medication management, offering therapy, and participating in treatment planning and case discussions. The role requires a licensed psychiatrist to ensure compliance and quality of mental health services for all inmates in the healthcare unit.

Experience & Requirements

  • Must be a graduate of medical school and have completed an appropriate psychiatric residency.
  • Must be licensed to practice in the applicable state and certified by the Office of Mental Health to provide psychiatric services in a licensed inpatient unit. Current DEA number will need to be provided.

A background check, security clearance and drug screening are required for this role.

YesCare is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, Vietnam era veteran, or disabled Veteran status. EOE including Disability / Protected Veterans.

Responsibilities

Below is a list of your responsibilities as a Psychiatrist with YesCare :

  • Provide onsite psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for inmates referred by medical or / and clinical services staff. Provide written summaries of history, diagnosis and treatment course.
  • Where applicable, provide psychiatric services for inpatients, assessment and diagnosis, staffing treatment planning, and regular review of all inmates assigned. Where applicable, provide psychiatric services for all inmates referred to Healthcare Unit for those inmates in the general population who need regular psychiatric / mental health follow up. Where applicable, provide psychiatric services for those inmates who need to be transferred to Mental Health facilities. Services to include work up and any court hearing testimony needed.
  • Where applicable, act as regular psychiatrist and participate in the treatment programming and planning for the Mental Health Unit, duties include regular staffing and contact with Mental Health Unit staff and supervisor, discussion of problem cases, follow up and monitoring of medication, and general psychiatric input.
  • Provide medication management to all inmates admitted to the Mental Health Unit. Provide individual and / or group therapy as appropriate.
  • Approve all admissions and discharges into the Mental Health Unit. Approve, sign and monitor the implementation and efficiency of treatment plans.
  • Provide in-service education to the Mental Health Unit staff as needed.
  • Be available on a scheduled basis for the on-call needs of the Mental Health Unit.
  • Participate in Treatment Audit Committee.
  • About YesCare Health

    Correctional healthcare is not just a job, it's a calling

    As the correctional healthcare pioneer and leader for 40 years,YesCareprovides client partners with high quality healthcare and reentry services that will improve the health and safety of our patients, break the cycle of recidivism and better the communities where we live and work.

    Benefits

  • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Generous PTO plan
  • 401k with matching funds
  • Employee Discount and Rewards Program
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Continuing Education Reimbursement
  • Referral Bonuses - Refer a friend and get paid!
  • Advancement Opportunities
  • Competitive Wages
  • Our Vision

    YesCareleads the industry by providing comprehensive healthcare and reentry services that improve the communities where we live and work.

    Our Mission

    YesCareembraces a recovery model of care. This means identifying and treating underlying conditions to support healthier and safer living while incarcerated and a better quality of life in our communities. In partnership with our clients, we deliver

    solution-oriented care.

    Our Values

  • Safety. We put safety first through preparation and prevention.
  • Motivation. We are driven by the desire to improve outcomes.
  • Accountability. We set high standards and hold our people to them.
  • Respect. We embrace our differences as we work toward common goals.
  • Teamwork. We achieve more together.
  • Evaluation. We use data to constantly monitor results.
  • Readjustment. We refine our practices to consistently achieve better outcomes.
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    Job Locations US-PA-Philadelphia

    Category Behavioral / Mental Health

    Position Type Regular Full-time

    Shift / Schedule Weekday Day

    Location ID 90722

    Keywords :

    psychiatry, mental health, correctional healthcare, inmate treatment, psychological assessment, medication management, group therapy, patient care, licensed physician, behavioral health

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