Psychiatrist — Community Mental Health Leader

Central City Community Health Center; Upland (CA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Central City Community Health Center seeks a licensed psychiatrist to assess and treat mental illnesses through psychotherapy, medications, and hospital care when needed. You will conduct initial evaluations, reviews of medical histories, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to plan and monitor patient progress.

The role requires a California medical license, ABPN board certification or eligibility, DEA certificate, and at least three years of psychiatric care experience.

Qualifications

• California Medical License and ABPN Board certification or eligibility in psychiatry required.
• DEA Certificate required.
• Minimum three (3) years of Psychiatric Care experience and good standing with medical board required.
• Doctorate in Psychiatry or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat mental illnesses using psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, hospitalization, and medication.
• Conduct initial patient evaluations and take detailed medical histories.
• Prescribe medication on a conservative basis to treat verifiable mental health diseases and conditions.
• Collaborate with physicians, psychologists, social workers, psychiatric nurses, or other professionals to discuss treatment plans and progress.
• Prepare and submit case reports and summaries to government and mental health agencies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Medical documentation

Emergency response

Education

Doctorate in Psychiatry

California Medical License

ABPN Board certification or eligibility

DEA Certificate

Job description

Central City Community Health Center seeks a licensed psychiatrist to assess and treat mental illnesses through psychotherapy, medications, and hospital care when needed. You will conduct initial evaluations, reviews of medical histories, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to plan and monitor patient progress.

The role requires a California medical license, ABPN board certification or eligibility, DEA certificate, and at least three years of psychiatric care experience.