Correctional Psychiatry Specialist - Part-Time, On-Site

Mediko; Longview (WA); On-site; USD 207,000 - 234,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) Retirement Plan with company

Job summary

MEDIKO in Longview, WA is seeking a part-time Psychiatrist to provide high-quality psychiatric care to inmates at Cowlitz County Correctional Facilities. On-site only, 5 hours per week, day shift, with competitive compensation.

You will perform diagnostic assessments, crisis intervention, treatment planning, and collaborate with correctional staff to ensure safe, coordinated care. Washington license, active DEA, and residency in Psychiatry are required; board certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Current WA license to practice medicine.
• Board Certified preferred; Board Eligible welcomed.
• Must have completed Psychiatry residency in an accredited program.
• Active DEA registration or willingness to obtain.
• 3–5 years clinical practice; 1–2 years in correctional care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality psychiatric care to inmates.
• Conduct psychiatric crisis intervention for acute episodes.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and correctional staff for coordinated care.
• Deliver mental health education to inmates and staff.
• Document promptly and properly.
• Supervise or collaborate with Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioners as needed.
• Provide after-hours call coverage as required.

Skills

Psychiatry

Clinical assessment

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Collaboration

Education

MD/DO

Job description

MEDIKO in Longview, WA is seeking a part-time Psychiatrist to provide high-quality psychiatric care to inmates at Cowlitz County Correctional Facilities. On-site only, 5 hours per week, day shift, with competitive compensation.

You will perform diagnostic assessments, crisis intervention, treatment planning, and collaborate with correctional staff to ensure safe, coordinated care. Washington license, active DEA, and residency in Psychiatry are required; board certification preferred.