Psychiatrist

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pittsburgh is seeking a Psychiatrist to provide individual psychiatric assessments and manage treatments for students/patients. This role requires a Professional Doctorate Degree and at least 2 years of experience. The psychiatrist will evaluate and prescribe medications while documenting care in an electronic system.

This is a full-time regular position with a hybrid work arrangement, combining on-campus and remote work. The successful candidate will be involved in mental health programs and may work occasional evenings or weekends.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in psychiatric practice.
• Ability to perform individual assessments and provide comprehensive evaluations.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual psychiatric assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Document patient evaluations and manage electronic records.
• Consult with University medical staff and attend relevant meetings.

Skills

Psychiatric assessments

Diagnosis and treatment

Medication management

Consultation skills

Education

Professional Doctorate Degree

Job description

Psychiatrist

Overview

The University of Pittsburgh Student Health Services provides high quality primary health care, prevention, health education and pharmacy services to enhance student living and learning. Primary care services include management of both acute and chronic conditions as well as travel health and provision of gender affirming care. The Gynecological services include screening for STIs, provision of age specific screening as well as full contraceptive management. Psychiatric services include management of mood disorders as well as ADHD. Student Health Services is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC), these services uphold rigorous standards of quality and safety, promoting a healthy environment conducive to academic success.

Job Summary

Provides individual psychiatric assessments and evaluations of students/patients, diagnoses and prescribes appropriate treatments, psychotropic medications, and medication management. Prepares comprehensive records of evaluations and treatments and documents in an electronic database. Orders referral consultations and provides consultations with applicable University medical and therapeutic staff. Serves as consultant and mental health subject expert; publishes mental health findings and maintains educational standards of mental health educational programming for the University.

Essential Functions

• Provides individual psychiatric assessments and evaluations of students/patients, including evaluations, diagnosis, psychiatric treatments, prescribing psychotropic medications, and medication management.
• Prepares comprehensive records, including patient evaluations and treatments. Documents and maintains patient care into electronic database in a timely, accurate manner.
• Orders and/or refers medical consultations when appropriate.
• Provides consultations with applicable University medical staff, clinicians, and therapists.
• Acts as consultant and mental health subject matter expert to any agency or department within the University.
• Researches mental health problems, publishes findings, and maintains educational standards of ongoing mental health educational programs for the University.
• Attends University and staff-related meetings as directed.

Physical Effort

Moderate physical effort required. May be required to stand/move for several hours at a time. May be required to move objects up to 50 pounds with or without assistance of equipment.

Assignment Category

Full-time regular

Job Classification

Staff.Psychiatrist

Job Family

Health Professionals

Job Sub Family

Behavioral & Mental Health

Campus

Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required

Professional Doctorate Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required

2

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience

No

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm; may need to work occasional evening and weekend

Work Arrangement

Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.

Hiring Range

To be determined based on qualifications

Relocation Offered

No

Visa Sponsorship Provided

No

Background Check

For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances

The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents

Resume

Optional Documents

Not Applicable

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Reference

PI285227647