Psychiatrist – Child and/or Adult

Care Plus NJ, Inc.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount and Rewards Program

Supplemental Insurance

Travel Reimbursement

Job summary

Care Plus NJ, Inc. is seeking a qualified psychiatrist to conduct comprehensive evaluations and develop treatment plans for clients. The role includes medication prescription and education, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.

Applicants should have a medical degree and a completed psychiatry residency, along with current New Jersey licensure and board certification. At Care Plus, we pride ourselves on a holistic approach to mental health care.

Qualifications

• Must possess a medical degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must have completed a residency in psychiatry.
• Current and valid New Jersey medical license is required.
• Must be Board-eligible or Board-certified in adult/general and child/adolescent psychiatry.
• Current and valid CDS Certification and DEA Certificate are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations of clients.
• Order appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests.
• Work with an interdisciplinary team in evaluating clients.
• Develop psychosocial treatment plans with measurable objectives.
• Document assessments and progress in clinical records.

Skills

Psychiatric evaluation

Medical documentation

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Medication prescription

Client education

Education

Medical degree

Residency in psychiatry

Board certification in psychiatry

Tools

DSM-5

CPR/AED Certification

New Jersey State CDS Certification

Federal DEA Certificate

Job description

What We Offer

• Employee Discount and Rewards Program
• Supplemental Insurance
• Travel Reimbursement

Note: That's not all! We have even more benefits available. Our recruiting team will provide you with more information as you continue with your interview process. Benefit eligibility is based on the specific requirements and criteria of each plan.

Job Description

You will be responsible for conducting comprehensive initial and follow-up psychiatric evaluations resulting in a thorough assessment and diagnosis using DSM-5 criteria. Additionally, you will develop comprehensive interdisciplinary and multimodality treatment plans that include prescribing medications according to FDA guidelines, assist with linkage to a psychotherapist and case manager, if needed, provide psychoeducation to the client, and other general health maintenance needs.

What You Will Do

• Perform comprehensive psychiatric evaluations of assigned clients, exhibits knowledge of age specific criteria, ensuring that the full range of medical and behavioral considerations are included in determining the diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
• Order appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests as indicated by client presentation and medications prescribed.
• Function within an interdisciplinary team in the assessment/evaluation of clients, and articulates verbally and in written documentation the integration of client history and assessment information.
• Work with school personnel to coordinate information, as needed.
• Formulate psychosocial treatment plans, with relevant goals, behaviorally-measurable objectives that serve as an index for evaluating treatment progress, and realistic time frames for achievement.
• Document assessments, treatment plans, progress reports, and discharge summaries in the clinical record, with all entries authenticated and time/dated.
• Plan for, communicate, and document discharge/aftercare/transfer plans for clients completing treatment and/or accessing other services in the continuum.
• Prescribe medications as indicated by signs, symptoms and diagnosis. Obtain informed consent for the same. Patient and family education is provided regarding medications.

What We Need to See

• Must possess a medical degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must have completed a residency in psychiatry.
• Current and valid New Jersey medical license.
• Must be Board-eligible or Board-certified in both adult/general psychiatry and child/adolescent psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. If board-eligible must obtain both board certifications within three (3) years of hire date.
• Current and valid New Jersey State Controlled Substance Administration (CDS) Certification.
• Current and valid Federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Certificate.
• Current and valid CPR/AED (BLS) Certification.
• Current and valid driver's license required and must be insurable by agency's automobile insurance.

About CarePlus New Jersey

CarePlus New Jersey has been—and continues—to be a leader in mental health and a pioneer in integrated care in Northern New Jersey for more than 45 years. CarePlus strives for excellence in mental health, addiction recovery, and community-based services. Our goal is to offer affordable, accessible, and holistic-centered care that empowers individuals to reach their full potential and enhance their quality of life.

CarePlus follows Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, et seq and NJ Law Against Discrimination. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal and State laws.