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Psychiatrist (PSYT) Job #M-PSYT-8471933

AdeIphi MedicaI Staffing

Stockton

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Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Physician specializing in Psychiatry, where you will play a crucial role in providing mental health care within a correctional facility. This position involves conducting comprehensive evaluations, crisis interventions, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal treatment for patients. You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of individuals in need, all while working in a dynamic and challenging environment. If you are passionate about mental health and ready to take on a rewarding role, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

  • Must have a valid CA Physician license and BE/BC in psychiatry.
  • At least 12 months of relevant experience in the last 3 years.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct evaluations and crisis interventions with mentally ill inmates.
  • Document patient care and monitor treatment progress effectively.
  • Prescribe medications and consult on complex cases.

Skills

Psychiatry

Crisis Intervention

Mental Health Evaluation

Patient Documentation

Clinical Consultation

Education

Valid CA Physician License

BE/BC in Psychiatry

Tools

SOAPE Documentation

Job description

Summary:

  • Ref #: M-PSYT-8471933
  • Profession: Physician
  • Specialty: Psychiatry
  • Job Type: Contract/Locum
  • Facility Type: Correctional
  • Location: Stockton, California
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Duration: 24 weeks
  • Schedule: Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, 2P-10:30P
  • Rate: $275/hour

Requirements:

  • Valid and active CA Physician license from CA Medical Board/Osteopathic Board
  • BE/BC in psychiatry from ABPN, AOBNP, or RCPSC
  • At least 12 consecutive months of performing similar services within the last 3 years
  • Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Certification

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct face-to-face interviews and crisis interventions with mentally ill patient-inmates/youths, including those in multi-tiered housing units. Climb stairs and walk long distances when necessary.
  • Perform initial mental health evaluations, including criminal, psychiatric, and substance abuse case history, to assess inmate's/ward's current needs and recommend treatment.
  • Conduct clinically sound suicide risk evaluations, applying protocols, reviewing data, and documenting appropriately. Consult as needed.
  • Participate in Interdisciplinary Treatment Team (IDTT) meetings.
  • Document all patient-inmate/ward care, including face-to-face contacts and IDTT meetings.
  • Monitor inmate/ward progress using SOAPE-formatted progress notes.
  • Apply community psychiatric treatment standards and ethical practices effectively.
  • Perform mental status exams in face-to-face clinical interviews.
  • Identify relevant signs and symptoms of medical/psychological disorders for comprehensive diagnosis and assessment.
  • Examine prior mental health records and other available documents to aid in patient diagnosis and treatment planning.
  • Review psychiatric patient records to assess treatment progress and effectiveness.
  • Consult with supervising psychiatrist on complex cases and present at clinical conferences as needed.
  • Provide clinical consultation to psychiatric staff for complex cases.
  • Prescribe appropriate medications and follow Correctional Formulary or obtain non-formulary approval.
  • Interpret laboratory results and refer to medical services as necessary.
  • Determine needed psychiatric and general medical treatment.
  • Prescribe treatment changes when indicated.
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