Part-time Psychiatrist (MD)

Armor Health; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 230,000 - 310,000; Full time

Job summary

Armor Health is seeking a Psychiatrist to join our team at Richland Prison in Columbia, South Carolina. The role involves supervising prescribing of psychotropic medications, forming and adjusting treatment plans, and coordinating with nursing staff.

The position requires active state medical licensure in psychiatry and board certification or eligibility. The role entails court-related evaluations, medical supervision, and participation on committees to ensure high-quality patient care in a

Qualifications

• Licensed in the state as an M.D. or D.O. with specialty training in psychiatry.
• Board certified or board eligible.
• One year of clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and manages the daily operations of the prescribing of psychotropic medications to the mentally ill population; serves on committees as appropriate and conduct staff in-service training.
• Assesses patient’s mental status and medical needs; based upon diagnosis direct the formulation of treatment plans; monitors patient’s progress and modifies treatment plans as indicated.
• Communicates medical orders to the nursing staff.
• Participates in case disposition and follow-up planning; provides medical case supervision and consultation.
• Maintains records and provides documentation associated with services delivered.
• Certifies a patient for inpatient hospital or acute care psychiatric facility as appropriate.
• Provides evaluations as required by the courts.

Education

MD/DO Psychiatry

Board certified or board eligible

Job description

Overview

Great outcomes start with great people and Armor has an exciting opportunity for a Psychiatrist to join our team at Richland Prison in Columbia, South Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and manages the daily operations of the prescribing of psychotropic medications to the mentally ill population; serves on committees as appropriate and conduct staff in-service training.
• Assesses patient’s mental status and medical needs; based upon diagnosis direct the formulation of treatment plans; monitors patient’s progress and modifies treatment plans as indicated.
• Communicates medical orders to the nursing staff.
• Participates in case disposition and follow-up planning; provides medical case supervision and consultation.
• Maintains records and provides documentation associated with services delivered
• Certifies a patient for inpatient hospital or acute care psychiatric facility as appropriate.
• Provides evaluations as required by the courts.

Qualifications

• Licensed in the state as an M.D. or D.O. with specialty training in psychiatry
• Board certified or board eligible
• One year of clinical experience

If you want to join an exciting, dynamic and growing organization that is making a positive impact on the lives we serve, we look forward to considering you for this opportunity and to be part of our team!

At Armor Health we are raising the standard of care to impact the lives of those we serve by partnering with exceptional correctional organizations to improve health care outcomes. We provide support for patients and foster the holistic wellness and well-being of the lives entrusted in our care. Armor is laser-focused on providing the best-in-class interventions to ensure optimal outcomes. Through our core values of embracing change, taking ownership, attention to detail, a sense of urgency, and a results oriented collaborative environment, we are a dynamic team that is transforming and revolutionizing correctional healthcare.

Armor Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all qualified employees and applicants. We comply with all applicable federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, including but not limited to those that prohibit discrimination based on color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, immigration status, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran's status, and citizenship.