Psychiatry Attending: Community Mental Health & Teaching

Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine; South Hill (VA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A university medical institution is seeking a qualified candidate to provide direct patient care in community mental health settings. The ideal applicant will have an MD or DO degree, complete a psychiatry residency, and have board certification or eligibility in Psychiatry. Responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations, prescribing medications, and supervising residents and medical students. This is a unique opportunity for a dedicated professional to contribute to an important field. Contact Sharlene Shannon for more information.

Qualifications

• Experience in community mental health or public psychiatry preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work respectfully in diverse environments or commitment to do so.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in community mental health settings.
• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, and treatment planning.
• Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications.

Skills

Direct patient care

Psychiatric evaluations

Medication management

Team collaboration

Supervision

Education

MD or DO degree from accredited institution

Completion of psychiatry residency training

Board certification or eligibility in Psychiatry

Current medical license in Virginia

Job description

A university medical institution is seeking a qualified candidate to provide direct patient care in community mental health settings. The ideal applicant will have an MD or DO degree, complete a psychiatry residency, and have board certification or eligibility in Psychiatry. Responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations, prescribing medications, and supervising residents and medical students. This is a unique opportunity for a dedicated professional to contribute to an important field. Contact Sharlene Shannon for more information.