Contract Psychiatrist: Lead NP Oversight & PHP Care

Odyssey Behavioral Group; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 284,000 - 405,000; Part time

Job summary

Clearview Outpatient in Long Beach, CA is seeking an experienced contractor psychiatrist to provide clinical supervision, psychiatric evaluations, and medication management for patients enrolled in PHP.

You will collaborate with nurse practitioners and community prescribers, ensure timely documentation, and participate in outreach as needed. Must be Board Eligible or Board-Certified and have at least two years of leadership experience in behavioral health.

Qualifications

• Board Eligible or Board-Certified Psychiatrist. All necessary requirements must be met to practice adult psychiatry in California.
• Experience with mental health PHP/IOP and/or psychiatric hospital experience desired.
• Superior communication skills working with patients, family members, community stakeholders and staff.
• Minimum of two (2) years of management experience in a behavioral health setting such as a hospital, outpatient clinic, or related service provider required
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience treating the adult emotionally disturbed population which preferable would include young adults and adults in the mental health. Experience with co-occurring disorders and/or substance use disorders a plus. Eating Disorder treatment experience preferred.
• Performs duties independently, responsibly and with a high level of integrity

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical supervision and oversight to psychiatric nurse practitioners in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Reviews and co-sign documentation as required by law and organizational policy.
• Conducts psychiatric evaluations for individuals enrolled in the PHP.
• Provides medication management services for individuals enrolled in PHP as needed. Available at least weekly and by telephone in unusual or urgent situations related to medication.
• Directs and collaborates with staff on clinical activities and interventions.
• Provides consultation to community referrals as needed to ensure successful disposition of former patients.
• Completes medical record and other documentation in a timely and accurate manner as needed to meet clinical, payer and other requirements.
• Participates in marketing and outreach events on occasion.
• Perform other activities as requested by the Director and assume other appropriate medical responsibilities as necessary

Skills

Board Certification

PHP/IOP experience

Communication skills

Management experience

Adult psychiatry

Co-occurring disorders

Eating disorders

Education

Graduate Degree

Job description

Clearview Outpatient in Long Beach, CA is seeking an experienced contractor psychiatrist to provide clinical supervision, psychiatric evaluations, and medication management for patients enrolled in PHP.

You will collaborate with nurse practitioners and community prescribers, ensure timely documentation, and participate in outreach as needed. Must be Board Eligible or Board-Certified and have at least two years of leadership experience in behavioral health.