Overview:

Psychiatrists see patients one-on-one and standard appointment duration is 90 minutes for initial medication evaluation, 60 minutes for transfer evaluation and 30 minutes for follow-up. Most clinical documentation is completed in our electronic health record Avatar, and some outside forms may be completed by hand and scanned into the record. We utilize weekly prescriber meetings, monthly all staff meetings, as well as daily communication via Microsoft Teams and Outlook for case consultation and coordination between disciplines.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS POSITION:

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat the mental health needs of adults on a temporary basis.
• Assess the need for psychotropic medication, and prescribe, dispense, and administer medication on a temporary basis.
• Monitor and document responses to medication and adjust treatment plans accordingly temporarily basis.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, offering consultation and clinical guidance on mental health assessments, differential diagnoses, treatment planning, psychotropic medication options and dosages and non-pharmacologic interventions on a temporary basis.
• Participate in regular case consultations to support, coordinated and comprehensive care on a temporary basis.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficient computer skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong time management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with the clients, department staff and community agencies
• Ability to work independently with attention to detail
• Ability to follow through on instructions, ensuring tasks are completed accurately, efficiently in a timely manner
• Interest and commitment to servicing the community