Hospital Psychiatrist: Evaluations, Treatment & Court Testimony

Adelphi Medical Staffing; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Adelphi Medical Staffing seeks a psychiatrist to provide psychiatric services at a facility in Phoenix, Arizona. The psychiatrist will conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations on mentally ill patients and develop appropriate treatment regimens.

The position is on-site at a hospital and requires collaboration with a multidisciplinary team including psychologists and PMHNPs. The role may involve attending court hearings and other duties as necessary, with potential for ongoing hospital-based

Responsibilities

• Conduct professional medical and physical examinations on patients.
• Make diagnoses and develop appropriate treatment regimens.
• Make electronic entries in patient medical record.
• Attend hospital meetings.
• Attend onsite patient court hearings to provide testimony for court proceedings, discussion with legal representatives/agencies and other duties as necessary.
• Administer medical treatment and diagnostic programs.
• Apply prior knowledge and training to unusual and varied medical and/or psychiatric conditions.
• Provide coverage for day Officer of the Day (OD) calls if requested.
• Respond to emergency calls and treatment(s).
• Direct work of professional staff.
• Work effectively with fellow medical staff and treatment team members such as psychologists, PAs, RNs, LPNs, CNAs, social workers, dietitians, therapists, etc.

Job description

Adelphi Medical Staffing seeks a psychiatrist to provide psychiatric services at a facility in Phoenix, Arizona. The psychiatrist will conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations on mentally ill patients and develop appropriate treatment regimens.

The position is on-site at a hospital and requires collaboration with a multidisciplinary team including psychologists and PMHNPs. The role may involve attending court hearings and other duties as necessary, with potential for ongoing hospital-based