Psychiatrist - Notional

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*Position is contingent upon successful contract award.

Location

TBD

Clearance Level

T2 - Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT)

Primary Function

A psychiatrist is a medical doctor specializing in mental, emotional, and behavioral health, trained to diagnose and treat conditions using a combination of psychotherapy, medication management, and other medical interventions. Unlike psychologists who primarily use talk therapy, psychiatrists can prescribe medications and are qualified to perform medical procedures related to mental health. They work in diverse settings, including private practices, hospitals, and clinics, and some specialize in areas like child and adolescent psychiatry or geriatric psychiatry

Responsibilities

• Use a variety of methods to evaluate a patient, such as interviewing the patient, their family or other people.
• Develop a treatment plan according to the needs of the patient's needs and extent of emotional, social, cognitive, developmental or behavioral disorder.
• Treat a patient using psychotherapeutic methods and medication, monitoring the effects of any medication and adjusting treatment where necessary.
• Consult with the patient's Primary Care Physician, Nurses or other health care providers.
• Provide crisis intervention when needed.
• Write and maintain patient and clinical records, including the type of treatment and medication administered.
• Keep up to date with professional job knowledge by reading publications, attending educational conferences or maintaining professional networks.
• Follow ethical and legal policies, procedures and standards.
• Other duties and projects assigned.

Job Requirements

• Post-residency experience as an attending physician, with additional training and/or experience in psychiatric medicine.
• Completed an approved psychiatric residency and be licensed to practice medicine in their location.
• Current board certification in psychiatry.
• Hold and maintain a current unrestricted U.S. (State) license as a Physician.
• Have and maintain current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (BLS).
• All health care providers and medical support staff must have recent clinical experience in patient care for at least 6 months out of the past year.
• Licenses are in good standing, are without restrictions, and are kept current through the period of employment.
• Shall be proficient in the ability to speak, write and communicate in English.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to lead diverse teams in a secure environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and healthcare management systems (EHR, scheduling, inventory).
• Ability to obtain and maintain necessary clearances and credentials required for access to detention facilities.
• Must be a US citizen or permanent resident, Resided in the US for 3 years in the past 5 years.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be able to multi-task, be detail-oriented, be organized, and have excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Must be able to perform duties in a stressful and high paced environment without physical limitations.
• Ability to adapt to sudden changes and flexibility in work requirements to include potential shift changes based on operational needs and/or command priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual (English/Spanish or other relevant languages) preferred.
• Experience preferably in correctional, detention, military, or government-contracted healthcare environments.
• Knowledge of federal and state healthcare regulations, detention facility healthcare standards, and government contracting compliance.
• Strong background in compliance, audits, and inspections (e.g., NCCHC, ACA, Joint Commission).
• Has undergone a federal investigation at the level of Tier 2 or higher; has been granted favorable suitability/eligibility and has not had a break in service for more than 24 months.
• DHS or ICE detention center experience.

Physical Requirements and Work Conditions

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to ascend/descend stairs
• Visual acuity required to complete paperwork and computer work.
• Work is performed in a secure detention facility.
• May require evening, weekend, or on-call hours.
• Exposure to emotionally challenging situations.

Acuity International is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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