Physician (Board Eligible)

Georgia Department of Revenue; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 194,000 - 237,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is seeking a Board Eligible Physician to provide comprehensive medical care and psychiatric evaluations for individuals with behavioral health and developmental disabilities.

This position is at Georgia Regional Hospital Atlanta, located in Decatur, GA, requiring collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to implement treatment plans and ensure high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Residency in Psychiatry, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or related specialty.
• Board Eligibility in Psychiatry, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or related; Board Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough medical examinations and psychiatric assessments for individuals with diverse behavioral health needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans including medications, therapy recommendations, and lifestyle interventions with an interdisciplinary team.
• Order and interpret labs and imaging to aid diagnosis and monitoring.
• Provide crisis intervention and emergency medical care as needed.
• Document encounters, plans, and progress in the EHR system in a timely manner.
• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and professional development.
• Educate patients and families on conditions, options, and prevention.
• Adhere to policies, confidentiality, and professional guidelines.

Skills

Clinical assessment of patients

Diagnostic skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

EHR proficiency

Regulatory knowledge

Education

MD or DO from accredited medical school

Residency in Psychiatry, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine or related

Board Eligibility in Psychiatry, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine or related

Active medical license in state

Current DEA registration

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Job Title

Physician (Board Eligible)

Agency

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Job Requisition ID

JR0000005109

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details

$215,000

Job Description

Job Summary

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is seeking a Board Eligible Physician to provide comprehensive medical care and psychiatric evaluations for individuals with behavioral health and developmental disabilities.

This position is at Georgia Regional Hospital Atlanta, located in Decatur, GA.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough medical examinations, psychiatric assessments, and diagnostic evaluations for individuals with diverse behavioral health and developmental needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including medication management, therapy recommendations, and lifestyle interventions, in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.
• Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging studies, and other diagnostic procedures to aid in diagnosis and treatment monitoring.
• Provide crisis intervention and emergency medical care as needed, ensuring the safety and well-being of patients.
• Document all patient encounters, treatment plans, and progress notes accurately and in a timely manner within the electronic health record system.
• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and professional development activities to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on medical conditions, treatment options, and disease prevention.
• Adhere to all departmental policies, procedures, and ethical guidelines, maintaining patient confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Collaborate with other healthcare providers, community resources, and support services to ensure coordinated and holistic patient care.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and program development within the department.

Job Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution.
• Completion of an accredited residency program in Psychiatry, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or a related specialty.
• Board Eligibility in Psychiatry, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or a related specialty. Board Certification is preferred.
• Valid and unrestricted license to practice medicine in the state of [State Name, if applicable, otherwise omit].
• Current DEA registration.
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse patient populations, families, and colleagues.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative interdisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in using electronic health record systems.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations pertaining to behavioral health and developmental disabilities services.
• Commitment to providing person-centered, evidence-based care.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.