Geriatric Psychiatrist

NCdotGov; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 163,000 - 328,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Geriatric Psychiatrist to join their team at a state psychiatric hospital. This rewarding role focuses on providing comprehensive care to the geriatric population, conducting psychiatric assessments, managing medication, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The position offers a competitive salary range and an excellent benefits package, including a significant sign-on bonus. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients and thrive in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Health Insurance Options

Paid Vacation

Sick Leave

Paid Parental Leave

Retirement Plans

Loan Repayment Opportunities

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice medicine in North Carolina.
• Experience in leading interdisciplinary teams for patient care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial psychiatric assessments and establish treatment plans.
• Manage medication for patients and lead multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Psychiatry

Medication Management

Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration

Patient Assessment

Education

Medical Degree from an Accredited Medical School

Completed Psychiatry Residency

Job description

Geriatric Psychiatrist ***SIGN-ON BONUS NOW BEING OFFERED***
A Sign-on bonus of $20,000 for the successful applicant(s) of this posting.
**See eligibility for Sign-on Bonus below in the Supplemental and Contact Information section.
Broughton Hospital, a state psychiatric hospital serving the Western Region of North Carolina, is recruiting for full-time Geriatric Psychiatrist. Our 24-hour in-patient facility serves adolescent, adult, deaf, and geriatric patients; however, this position focuses on our Geriatric population.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Initial psychiatric assessments
2. Establishing diagnoses and formulating treatment plans and recommendations
3. Medication Management including psychotropic drug reviews for the SPMI population
4. Participating on or leading a multidisciplinary team that includes psychology, social work, pharmacy, nursing and other therapeutic disciplines
5. Managing the day-to-day responsibilities of an inpatient unit to include documentation of progress, court papers and education of patients and families
6. Consultation with outside medical staff as indicated

Additional Information:
In addition to a very competitive salary, this opportunity offers an excellent benefits package, loan repayment opportunities (must meet eligibility requirements), employment stability and rewarding professional opportunities. We offer a wide variety of excellent benefit options. For information regarding State benefits, please visit State Benefits. If you are looking to make a difference and seeking a rewarding career, we encourage you to consider this opportunity!

This position works with a varied group of professional disciplines and may coordinate clinical training and research efforts.

Work Hours: The normal work hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. However, flexible work schedules will be considered. On-call coverage is required.

Mandatory Reporting: This position is designated mandatory and must report or stay over during adverse weather events.

Licensing: We are accepting emergency temporary licenses! See Minimum Education and Experience Requirements section below for more details.

Salary Grade: MH27 Recruitment Range: $163,783 - $327,566 Position Number: Multiple
Exam Plan: 25-00488

*** Per G.S. 126-5(c1) (37), this position is Exempt from all provisions of NC General Statute Chapter 126 (State Human Resources Act) with the exception of Articles 6 and 7

Minimum Requirements:
Qualified candidates must document on the application that they clearly possess the following:

1. Licensed to practice medicine in the State of North Carolina

Management prefers candidates with the following:

1. Professional experience leading and collaborating on an interdisciplinary team to provide integrated, comprehensive patient care
2. Graduation from an accredited medical school and completion of psychiatry residency (or anticipated completion before job commencement)
3. Professional knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients, as credentialed by the Medical Staff Board Certification in Psychiatry

About the Facility:
Broughton Hospital is one of the three regional psychiatric hospitals with statutory responsibility for operating as part of the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities (DSOHF). With the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, we provide help and support to North Carolinians, and their families, experiencing mental illness. Our hospital serves the western thirty-seven (37) counties of North Carolina, as part of the state's system of care and treatment for persons with mental illness.

About the Department of Health and Human Services:
The NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) serves the needs of the most vulnerable of North Carolinians and in order to accomplish this, we hire only the most dedicated and caring individuals. Finding qualified clinical professionals to treat and care for our clients is a continual challenge as demand for services grows and the availability of providers struggles to keep pace. We are seeking a motivated individual who is up for this challenge and is dedicated to our mission of providing North Carolinians with the very best in clinical care.

Compensation and Benefits:
The state of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website (Link - NC OSHR: Benefits) for State Benefits.

Eligibility for Sign-on Bonus:
Qualified applicants must be selected from the candidate pool of this posting and meet the State policy following requirements:

1. A newly hired permanent full time or permanent part-time employee who works 30 to 40 hours per week is eligible for a sign-on bonus (this will be prorated for employees working less than 40 hours per week).
2. An employee is not eligible for a sign-on bonus if:
1. The employee has held a position in North Carolina State government, including the judicial system, or the University of North Carolina system within the last 12 months (the employee shall remain ineligible for 12 months from the separation date);
2. The employee has previously received a sign-on bonus from any State agency;
3. Or DHHS has paid any contract placement or recruitment fees.

Note: This Sign-on Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. Additional information regarding the Sign-on Policy can be found here.

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

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