Physician / Psychiatry / Texas / Locum or Permanent / Psychiatrist Job

Adelphi Medical Staffing, LLC; Texas; On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

This innovative firm is seeking a dedicated Psychiatrist to deliver high-quality mental health services in a correctional setting. The role involves providing comprehensive psychiatric care to incarcerated individuals, managing medication prescriptions, and collaborating with correctional staff to ensure optimal mental health support. With a focus on crisis intervention and continuous education, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of those in need. Join a team committed to excellence in psychiatric care and contribute to the well-being of the community.

Qualifications

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric care to incarcerated individuals.
• Active Texas License required for practice.

Responsibilities

• Prescribe medication and develop standing orders for jail staff.
• Respond to psychiatric emergencies and provide crisis intervention.

Skills

Psychiatric Care

Crisis Intervention

Medication Prescription

Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Usage

Education

Doctoral or Post-Graduate Degree

Board Eligible/Certified (BE/BC)

Tools

EMR System

Job description

Physician / Psychiatry / Texas / Locum or Permanent / Psychiatrist Job

Adelphi is seeking a Psychiatrist to perform duties for a county jail in Williamson, Texas. The Psychiatrist will provide comprehensive psychiatric care to incarcerated individuals, ensuring the delivery of high-quality mental health services in a correctional setting.

Job Quick Facts:

1. Reference #: BD-649-01
2. Profession: Physician
3. Specialty: Psychiatry
4. Location: Williamson County, Texas
5. Facility Type: Jail
6. Coverage type: On-Site
7. Job Type: Contract
8. Contract Duration: 4 years
9. Schedule: Minimum of 16 hours/week
10. Start Date: N/A
11. Compensation: $250 - $285/hr

Requirements:

• Doctoral or post-graduate degree
• Active Texas License
• Board Eligible/Certified (BE/BC)

Responsibilities:

• Provide outpatient psychiatric care to inmates requiring attention.
• Prescribe medication per the Sheriff's Office-defined psychotropic medication formulary.
• Develop and write standing orders for jail staff regarding psychiatric needs.
• Utilize the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system provided by Williamson County.
• Provide consultation and guidance to other healthcare providers and correctional staff about inmates' mental health needs.
• Respond to psychiatric emergencies and provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Coordinate care with the contracted Medical Director and Williamson County Jail Medical Supervisor.
• Stay current with advancements in psychiatric care and participate in continuing education opportunities.