Psychiatrist

LifeLong Medical Care; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 233,000 - 254,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community health organization in Oakland seeks a Psychiatrist to provide comprehensive mental health services. The role involves evaluating patients, developing care plans, and collaborating with a diverse team to enhance patient care. Ideal candidates will have a medical degree, a passion for serving underserved populations, and strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Competitive compensation and excellent benefits are offered.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

403(b) Retirement Plan

Loan Repayment Programs

Commuter Benefits

Qualifications

• Commitment to underserved populations and diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, diagnoses, and treats patients with mental illnesses.
• Develops individualized care plans and monitors client progress.
• Coordinates care with health team members.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Education

Medical Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Compensation : $233,000-$254,000 DOE depending on years since licensed, sign-on bonus , and excellent benefits : medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, dependent and domestic partner coverage, 403(b) retirement savings plan, and loan repayment programs, and commuter benefits. LifeLong qualifies for federal and state loan repayment programs (HPSA score is 21). Acceptance rates may vary year to year based on funding levels and the number of applicants.

In accordance with LifeLong Medical Care's commitment to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards, we have adopted a Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccine Policy to safeguard the health of our employees and their families; our patients and visitors; and the community at large from infectious diseases, that vaccinations may reduce. This policy will comply with all applicable laws and is based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Order of the California State Public Health Officer. Unless a reasonable medical or religious accommodation is approved, all employees must receive COVID-19 vaccinations.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Evaluates, diagnoses, and treats patients with mental illnesses through a combination of primarily psychopharmacology and psychotherapy.
• Performs initial psychiatric assessments, develops individualized care plans, and implements treatment for the patient.
• Assesses patients through interviews, observations, tests, and medical history reviews.
• Monitors and records client progress, and amends treatment plan according to patient response.
• Provides verbal and written education and counseling to patients, families, and caregivers.
• Plans follow-up care, including requests for outside consultations and evaluations.
• Maintains patient records necessary for clinic reporting, billing, and quality improvement.
• Functions potentially in a variety of settings, including a health center, skilled nursing facilities, supportive housing sites, and in clients' homes.
• Provides patients with emotional support and strategies to help manage their disorder.
• Stay current with new developments in psychiatry and mental health.
• Participates as a member of the site clinical services team and attends clinical team meetings.
• Coordinates care with other health team members, including case management and behavioral health staff, clinical consultation with other clinicians.
• Acts as an advocate for the patient and liaison with outside agencies as appropriate
• Supervises Advanced Practice Psychiatric Providers (Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants)
• Actively participates in internal quality improvement teams and works with members proactively to drive quality improvement initiatives according to the organization's mission and strategic goals, federal and state laws and regulations, and accreditation standards.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Commitment to the provision of health care services for the underserved with demonstrated ability and sensitivity in working with a variety of people from low-income populations, with diverse educational, lifestyle, ethnic and cultural origins.
• Ability to effectively support, motivate and supervise staff, encourage and nurture development and growth, to build a strong and productive team.
• Strong organizational, administrative, multi-tasking, prioritization and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a positive friendly manner and to be flexible and adaptive to change.
• Ability to effectively present information to others, including other employees, community partners and vendors.
• Ability to work with individuals and organizations at the local level to build support.
• Ability to seek direction / approval on essential matters, yet work independently with little onsite supervision, using professional judgment and diplomacy.
• Work in a team-oriented environment with a number of professionals with different work styles and support needs.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written skills.
• Conduct oneself in internal and external settings in a way that reflects positively on LifeLong Medical Care as an organization of professional, confident and sensitive staff.
• Ability to see how one’s work intersects with that of other departments of LifeLong Medical Care and that of other partner organizations.
• Make appropriate use of knowledge / expertise / connections of other staff.
• Be creative and mature with a “can do”, proactive attitude and an ability to continuously “scan” the environment, identifying and taking advantage of opportunities for improvement.

Job Requirements

• Medical degree required and must have completed psychiatry residency and board eligible
• Current and unrestricted Medical License to practice in the state of California
• Must have current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration in order to prescribe certain medications.
• Interest in working with a diverse patient population in a community-based organization and sensitivity to their needs and health problems; commitment to a community health philosophy of prevention and primary care.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365

Job Preferences

• Board certification by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN).
• Experience in federally qualified health center or other community health environment preferred
• Experience as part of a team-based care model.
• Electronic Health record, Epic experience.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. The employee frequently works with a video display terminal for prolonged periods; vision abilities include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in inside environmental conditions. The employee may be required to attend evening meetings, travel and work evenings or weekends. The noise level is usually quiet. Employee is subject to frequent interruptions.

Supervisory Responsibility

• This position has no direct staff supervisory responsibilities :