Part-Time Psychiatrist — Corrections Behavioral Health Expert

VitalCore Health Strategies; Coldwater (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS) is seeking a part-time Psychiatrist for the Lakeland Correctional Facility in Coldwater, Michigan. The role focuses on diagnostic evaluation, treatment, and psychiatric consultation for inmates with clinical direction and supervision of site staff.

The candidate must complete a psychiatric residency, hold medical licensure in Michigan, and possess a current DEA number to oversee medication management and discharge planning within the Behavioral Health Unit.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of medical school and have completed an appropriate psychiatric residency.
• Must be licensed to practice in the state of Michigan.
• Current DEA number.

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of inmates.
• Provide written summaries of history, diagnosis and treatment course.
• Provide psychiatric services for inpatients and general population inmates as needed.
• Monitor and adjust treatment plans and medications.
• Attend trainings and meetings as required.

Skills

Psychiatric assessment

Medication management

Education

Medical degree

Psychiatric residency

Licensed in Michigan

Job description

VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS) is seeking a part-time Psychiatrist for the Lakeland Correctional Facility in Coldwater, Michigan. The role focuses on diagnostic evaluation, treatment, and psychiatric consultation for inmates with clinical direction and supervision of site staff.

The candidate must complete a psychiatric residency, hold medical licensure in Michigan, and possess a current DEA number to oversee medication management and discharge planning within the Behavioral Health Unit.