Psychiatrist

New Horizons Behavioral Health; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 255,000 - 263,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice coverage

Full benefits package

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

New Horizons Behavioral Health in Georgia seeks a physician to prescribe, direct, administer and monitor psychotherapeutic treatments or medications for adults (and possibly children). You will develop treatment plans, coordinate with PCPs, and document patient records.

You will supervise physician extenders and psychiatry residents as part of a comprehensive treatment team. The role requires MD/DO with a Georgia license, psychiatric residency, DEA registration, and board eligibility or

Qualifications

• MD/DO in psychiatry with Georgia license and DEA registration.
• Completion of an approved psychiatric residency and board eligibility/certification.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Prescribe, direct, administer, and monitor psychotherapeutic treatments or medications for adults (and possibly children).
• Develop treatment plans based on patient needs and disorders; maintain patient records and documentation.
• Coordinate with PCPs and other healthcare providers; provide crisis intervention when needed.
• Supervise physician extenders and psychiatry residents as part of a comprehensive treatment team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

MD/DO (psychiatry)

Georgia medical license

Psychiatric residency

Board eligible or certified

DEA registration

Job description

The selected candidate will be responsible for prescribing, directing, administering, and/or monitoring psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders in adults and possibly children. He/She will gather and maintain patient information and records, including social or medical history obtained from patients, relatives, or other professionals. The candidate will develop treatment plans based on the patient's needs and the extent of their emotional, social, cognitive, developmental, or behavioral disorder. The candidate will consult with the patient's Primary Care Physician (PCP) or other healthcare providers and provide crisis intervention when needed. Additionally, the candidate will write and maintain patient and clinical records, documenting the type of treatment and medication administered. The selected candidate will work with a comprehensive treatment team and will be involved in supervising physician extenders and psychiatry residents.

The candidate must also remain current with professional knowledge and adhere to ethical, legal, and procedural standards. Compensation is a straight salary, not an "income guarantee," and the candidate will not be responsible for any office expenses. Additionally, malpractice coverage is included as part of our comprehensive benefits package.

Program Name

Medical Services Unit

Minimum Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) with a degree from an accredited college/university. Completion of an approved psychiatric residency and licensed to practice medicine in the state of Georgia. Board eligible or certified and possess a current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Must demonstrate the ability to work effectively with diverse populations.

Preferred Requirements

Experience working in a clinical setting is preferred.

Days & Time

This position will work a 40-hour weekly schedule, Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm.

Rate of Pay

$255,000 - $262,650 per year.

New Horizons Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of color, race, national origin, age sex, religion, or disability. Selected applicants must pass a pre-employment background investigation and a pre-employment drug screen. Employment is contingent upon passing the background check and the drug screen.