Senior Registrar - Psychiatry

Job Description

The Senior Registrar - Psychiatry is responsible for providing high-quality, compassionate, and comprehensive psychiatric care to patients through remote telehealth services and physical clinics. This role involves assessing, diagnosing, and developing personalized treatment plans for patients.

Patient Assessment and Diagnosis

• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and assessments of patients
• Provide comprehensive psychiatric assessments, diagnoses, and evidence-based treatment planning for patients through secure telehealth platforms and in-person care
• Gather patient history, observe patient behavior and mood, and administer appropriate diagnostic tests or questionnaires

Treatment Planning and Medication Management

• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans for patients, including prescribing and monitoring of psychiatric medications
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly, utilizing remote patient monitoring technologies and data analytics
• Collaborate with patients to set treatment goals, select appropriate therapies and medications, and regularly review and adjust treatment plans as needed
• Coordinate and consult with other healthcare providers, including primary care physicians and psychologists, to ensure seamless and integrated care for patients

Patient Education and Counseling

• Provide patient education and counseling on mental health conditions, treatment options, and self-care strategies
• Deliver individual and group therapy sessions, medication management, and other mental health interventions using various digital tools and video conferencing technologies and in-person
• Engage patients in shared decision-making, address their questions and concerns, and empower them to be active participants in their care

Clinical Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain comprehensive and accurate electronic medical records, including patient notes, treatment plans, and medication prescriptions
• Ensure timely documentation of all patient interactions, assessments, and interventions in the electronic health record system

Mental Health Awareness and Education

• Participate in the development and implementation of new digital and non-digital health initiatives, including the creation of patient education materials, online resources, and telehealth program expansion
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our telehealth and digital care services by providing feedback, conducting research, and implementing evidence-based best practices

Clinical Mentorship and Education

• Engage in ongoing professional development to stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in digital mental health technologies and evidence-based practices
• Actively participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to ensure the coordinated delivery of high-quality, patient-centered psychiatric care

Skills

• Medical degree (MBBS, MD, or equivalent) from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of residency training in Psychiatry from an accredited program.
• Classified as Psychiatry Senior Registrar and carry a valid SCFHS license.
• Proficiency in utilizing various telehealth platforms, video conferencing tools, and digital health technologies in the delivery of psychiatric care.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices in digital mental health, including the use of mobile applications, online therapy, and remote patient monitoring.
• Strong clinical judgment, diagnostic skills, and the ability to develop comprehensive and personalized treatment plans.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish rapport and provide empathetic care.
• Demonstrated experience in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and coordinating integrated care for patients.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development, staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in digital mental health technologies and practices.
• Experience in medical education, training, and mentoring junior medical staff is desirable.

Education

MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery)