Psychiatrist

Correctional Healthcare Partners, Inc.; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 416,000 - 437,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Correctional Healthcare Partners, Inc. is looking for a committed Psychiatrist to join their team at the Monterey County Jail in Salinas, CA. This full-time position involves providing high-quality mental health care to youth in a correctional environment while ensuring effective communication within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations, developing treatment plans, and managing crisis situations. The ideal candidate should hold an MD or DO, have board certification in Psychiatry, and be licensed to practice in California. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Valid state medical license to practice as a Psychiatrist in California.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology and HIPAA regulations.
• Experience in behavioral health interventions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate mental health care delivery system.
• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and assessments.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Educate youth about treatment and ensure comprehension.
• Manage crisis situations and conduct risk assessments.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
• Stay updated on advancements in psychiatry.

Skills

Psychopharmacology

Crisis management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Board certification in Psychiatry

Job description

This position is located at the Monterey County Jail in Salinas, CA and the schedule is set for Monday through Friday 7a-330p. Pay is $200-210/hr.

We are seeking a dedicated Psychiatrist to join our healthcare team and provide the best patient care to youth within the 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 tailored to individual youth needs.
• Provide education to youth 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.
• Valid state medical license to practice as a Psychiatrist in the state of California.
• 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.

Joining our team as a Psychiatrist offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of youth struggling with behavioral and mental health issues so as to stabilize them and increase their ability and skills to become productive members of society upon discharge, in turn reducing recidivism.

Job Types: Full-time

Benefits

• Dental insurance.
• Flexible schedule.
• Health insurance.
• Paid time off.

Work Location: In person.