Correctional Psychiatric APN USPHS Active Duty Eligible

U.S.-Immigration-and-Customs-Enforcement; Los Fresnos (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S.-Immigration-and-Customs-Enforcement seeks a Psychiatric Advanced Practice Provider to deliver direct psychiatric care for ICE detainees. Responsibilities include evaluations, treatment planning, medication management, patient education, and coordination of care.

The role requires relevant licensure, board certification, clinical experience, and flexibility. It is open only to USPHS officers and CAD candidates, reporting to the clinical director and collaborating psychiatrist.

Qualifications

• Must hold appropriate licensure and board certification in psychiatry.
• Relevant clinical experience with detainees or in corrections preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure in austere environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct psychiatric care including evaluations and treatment planning.
• Manage medications and coordinate overall care for detainees.
• Educate patients and staff on treatment plans and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with clinical director and supervising psychiatrist.

Skills

Cultural Competency

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Integrity/Honesty

Adult learning teaching skills

Correctional health care experience

Job description

U.S.-Immigration-and-Customs-Enforcement seeks a Psychiatric Advanced Practice Provider to deliver direct psychiatric care for ICE detainees. Responsibilities include evaluations, treatment planning, medication management, patient education, and coordination of care.

The role requires relevant licensure, board certification, clinical experience, and flexibility. It is open only to USPHS officers and CAD candidates, reporting to the clinical director and collaborating psychiatrist.