Psychiatrist

Northeast Valley Health Corporation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Los Angeles is seeking a Psychiatrist to evaluate and treat patients with mental disorders. Responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations, developing treatment plans, and prescribing medications. The ideal candidate must have a medical degree, board certification in psychiatry, and the ability to communicate effectively in both English and Spanish. This role emphasizes cultural sensitivity and teamwork, offering a dynamic working environment supporting diverse populations.

Qualifications

• Current and valid board certification in psychiatry.
• Licensed to practice medicine in the state of California.
• Current DEA registration required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality about patient/client information.
• Effective listening and communication with sensitivity to diverse cultures.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with mental and behavioral disorders.
• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and develop treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications and evaluate treatment results.
• Manage service delivery in accordance with guidelines.

Skills

Fluency in English (speaks, reads and writes)

Fluency in Spanish (speaks, translates, reads and writes)

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Leadership skills

Computer skills in Microsoft Office

Effective work organization skills

Team player

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Medical degree from an accredited medical school

Completed psychiatric residency

Current board certification in psychiatry

Tools

Electronic health record systems

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

SUMMARY

The Psychiatrist evaluates, diagnoses, and treats patients with mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. They conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, develop treatment plans, prescribe medication(s), and evaluate treatment results. The Psychiatrist synthesizes theoretical, scientific, and clinical knowledge and exercises independent judgment in the management/delivery of service in accordance with established NEVHC, and other regulatory agency guidelines.

REPORTS TO: Director of Behavioral Health and Director of Adult Medicine

REQUIREMENTS

1. Current and valid board certification in psychiatry.
2. Medical degree from an accredited medical school and completion of an approved psychiatric residency.
3. Licensed to practice medicine in state of California.
4. Current DEA registration.
5. Fluency in English (speaks, read and write).
6. Fluency in Spanish (speak, translate, read and write) preferred.
7. Thorough working knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation, and contemporary general office practices and procedures.
8. Computer skills in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, etc.), electronic health record systems, and database systems.
9. Effective verbal and written communication skills to communicate clearly and effectively with patients and others.
10. Very effective oral and written communications skills including public speaking experience.
11. Effective work organization skills.
12. Excellent leadership skills.
13. Ability to work effectively as a team player.
14. Ability to be flexible and work in a changing environment.
15. Sensitivity to the different cultures represented among members and staff.
16. Demonstrated ability to listen and communicate with others in a professional and caring manner including sensitivity with individuals from diverse cultures and lifestyles.
17. Demonstrated ability to set priorities for tasks to work effectively in spite of interruptions and under minimal supervision. Self-starter, reliable and dependable.
18. Demonstrated proficiency with the electronic health record database within three months of attending training session(s).
19. Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality about health care and other patient/client information.
20. Current California driver’s license, appropriate insurance coverage and a driving record acceptable to the NEVHC’s insurance carrier (if required to drive on the job).

Northeast Valley Health Corporation provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Northeast Valley Health Corporation complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.