Mid-Level Correctional Psychiatric Practitioner

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Stafford (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) Correctional Managed Care division seeks a licensed Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to provide direct psychiatric care to patients in outpatient facilities within the UTMB sector of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. This role operates under the supervision of the Clinical Director or Staff Psychiatrist - Outpatient in a correctional setting.

Responsibilities include coordinating with facility mental health and medical staff,

Qualifications

• Graduation from an Accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Program.
• Current licensure to practice in the State of Texas.
• Mental health experience required.
• Current BLS-HP required.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct psychiatric care to patients assigned to outpatient facilities under supervision.
• Participates in clinical consultations with facility mental health and medical staff.
• Conducts psychiatric assessments and develops treatment plans under supervision.
• Participates in the psychiatry QI/QM program.
• Provides emergency psychiatric call.
• Works all assigned hours as required.
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.

Skills

Mental health experience

BLS-HP

Education

Accredited PA/NP program

Job description

The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) Correctional Managed Care division seeks a licensed Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to provide direct psychiatric care to patients in outpatient facilities within the UTMB sector of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. This role operates under the supervision of the Clinical Director or Staff Psychiatrist - Outpatient in a correctional setting.

Responsibilities include coordinating with facility mental health and medical staff,