Psychiatrist

CHP Health; California; On-site; USD 276,000 - 317,000; Full time

Job summary

Correctional Healthcare Partners (CHP Health) seeks a dedicated Psychiatrist to join our onsite team serving Placer County jails: Auburn Main Jail, Placer Juvenile Detention Facility and South Placer Jail. Travel between sites is required; this is a 100% onsite role.

We offer a full-time position at $200–$230 per hour. Candidates must hold an MD/DO with board certification in Psychiatry, a California medical license, and an active DEA. Strong psychopharmacology skills and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree with board certification in Psychiatry.
• Valid California medical license and active DEA.
• Proficiency in psychopharmacology and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate mental health care with Health Services Administrator and Mental Health Director.
• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and follow-up appointments.
• Develop and implement treatment plans for patients.
• Educate patients about treatment options and ensure comprehension.
• Manage crisis situations with risk assessments and care level decisions.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
• Stay updated on psychiatry and behavioral health advancements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Crisis management

Psychopharmacology

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

MD/DO

Board certification in Psychiatry

California medical license

Job description

About Correctional Healthcare Partners:

Correctional Healthcare Partners (CHP Health) is a company dedicated to providing healthcare services to the incarcerated, and we’re growing. We exist because the people inside county jails still deserve real healthcare — and the counties that serve them deserve a partner who shows up, owns the outcome, and gets the work right. We deliver medical, mental health, and dental care across jails and detention facilities in California and Washington, and we do it with clinicians who chose this setting and a leadership team that supports the mission.

*This full time position is located at, and covers, the Placer County Jails (Auburn Main Jail, Placer Juvenile Detention Facility, South Placer Jail). Travel between sites is required, and this is a 100% onsite position.*

Locations:

• Auburn Jail (Placer County Adult Correctional Facility)
  2775 Richardson Drive, Auburn, CA 95603
• Placer County Juvenile Detention Facility
  11260 B Avenue, Auburn, CA 95603
• South Placer Jail
  11801 Go For Broke Road, Roseville, CA 95678

Pay: $200-230 per hour

We are seeking a dedicated Psychiatrist to join our healthcare team and provide the best patient care in a correctional environment. The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing high-quality mental health care to patients and contributing to their overall well‑being, as well as working and communicating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities:

• Work with the Health Services Administrator and the Mental Health Director in the coordination of the mental health care delivery system
• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and assessments of patients, as well as follow‑up and chronic care appointments
• Develop and implement treatment plans
• Provide education about their treatment and ensure comprehension
• Manage crisis situations effectively by conducting risk assessments and determining appropriate level of care
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date medical records and documentation
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care
• Stay current on advancements in psychiatry and behavioral health practices

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree
• Board certification in Psychiatry preferred
• Valid state medical license to practice as a Psychiatrist in the state of California and active DEA
• Proficiency in psychopharmacology
• Strong understanding of medical terminology and HIPAA regulations
• Excellent interpersonal skills for effective patient care
• Experience in crisis management and behavioral health interventions

Correctional Healthcare Partners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. CHP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local Fair Chance laws.