Adult Psychiatrist- $10,000 sign on bonus
Company: Lowell Community Health Center
Location: Lowell
Posted on: May 8, 2024
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Job Description:
SUMMARYOur psychiatrist is responsible for providing psychiatric
and psychopharm evaluations and treatment to clients in BHS.
Provide consultation to clinical staff in BHS.DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES:To evaluate the physiological, neurological,
psychopharmacological and psychiatric status of the program's
clients, including all referrals, from age 5y/o.To prescribe and
monitor psychotropic medication.To participate in the development
of diagnostic formulations and treatment plans, as well as weekly
multidisciplinary treatment team meetings.To provide direct
psychotherapy, when indicated.To participate in utilization review
and quality management programs.To coordinate the program's
relationship with hospitals and to provide general consultation to
all staff as required.To provide supervision and consultation to
BHS clinical disciplines as assigned.To provide
oversight/supervision and consultation for Nurse Prescribers in
BHS.To provide liaison with other LCHC personnel and Primary Care
clinicians.To offer in-services and liaison to external personnel
when indicated.Other duties as assigned.KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND
ABILITIES:Demonstrated understanding of clinical and administration
policy and procedures.Ability to work with integrated medical,
clinical and support staff on behalf of clients.Demonstrated
understanding of medical and clinical practices and
procedures.Demonstrated understanding of the agency's role in the
community and the ability to appropriately represent the agency.The
ability to effectively organize time and responsibilities.The
ability to communicate effectively both orally and in
writing.Demonstrated understanding of sound ethical practice in
conjunction with the established and defined ethics of one's
training and discipline.QUALIFICATIONS:Licensed physician with
three years experience.Certified by the American Board of
Psychiatry and Neurology. Child/Adolescent Board
Certification.Current valid and unrestricted DEA certificate.US
Citizenship or have authorization to work in the United States as
defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.Current CPR
Certificate.WORK ENVIRONMENT:Frequent contact with patients,
families, visitors, nurses and other department staff. Occasional
stress and pressure caused by multiple simultaneous demands. May be
exposed to various infectious diseases. Universal precautions and
techniques are included in orientation and the availability of
protective wear is supported and encouraged when the employee is at
risk for exposure.We're an equal opportunity employer. All
applicants will be considered for employment without attention to
race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, veteran or disability status.#PROby Jobble
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