Correctional Psychiatrist - Part-Time (SD)

Sdsoybean; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 167,000 - 190,000; Part time

Job summary

South Dakota Department of Corrections seeks a licensed physician to provide comprehensive psychiatric services for male and female offenders in Sioux Falls or Pierre. The role is part-time (<20 hours weekly) with an annual salary range of $167,000 to $190,000, dependent on experience.

Responsibilities include diagnosing and treating mental health conditions, prescribing medications, and collaborating with a statewide clinical services team to ensure safe and effective offender care.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice medicine in the State of South Dakota.
• Experience working with corrections-involved clients preferred.
• Ability to provide professional behavioral health treatment to offenders.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose mental health disorders as set forth in DSM.
• Prescribe medication for patients.
• Monitor therapeutic progress of patients.
• Provide written psychiatric evaluation reports.
• Offer clinical direction and training to correctional staff.

Skills

Medical license

Corrections experience

Clinical psychiatry

Job description

South Dakota Department of Corrections seeks a licensed physician to provide comprehensive psychiatric services for male and female offenders in Sioux Falls or Pierre. The role is part-time (<20 hours weekly) with an annual salary range of $167,000 to $190,000, dependent on experience.

Responsibilities include diagnosing and treating mental health conditions, prescribing medications, and collaborating with a statewide clinical services team to ensure safe and effective offender care.