Psychiatry Physician Job with Ascension in Wichita, KS

PracticeLink; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Psychiatry Physician to join its dynamic Behavioral Health team in Wichita, Kansas. This role offers the opportunity to work in newly updated facilities with a focus on inpatient care and a balanced work-life schedule. As part of a collaborative team of psychiatrists and advanced practice providers, you will evaluate and treat patients while participating in academic programs. Enjoy competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to make a significant impact in the community. If you're passionate about mental health and ready to contribute to a mission-driven organization, this position is for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance Options

Retirement Benefits

Long-term Disability

Employee Assistance Programs

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• BC/BE Psychiatrist with skills in patient evaluation and treatment.
• Experience in coordinating care and discharge planning.

Responsibilities

• Join a team of psychiatrists providing inpatient care.
• Evaluate and treat patients, ensuring quality of care.

Skills

Behavioral Health Expertise

Patient Evaluation and Treatment

Discharge Planning

Coordination with Case Management

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)

Tools

Cerner EMR System

Job description

Psychiatry Physician Job with Ascension in Wichita, KS

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• Practice Detail: Join a dynamic team of Behavioral Health Providers!
• EMR System: Cerner
• Facility: Ascension Via Christi Hospitals

Details

• Specialty: Psychiatry
• Schedule: Inpatient; 12 hour shifts
• Call Schedule: 1:4
• Practice Detail: Join a dynamic team of Behavioral Health Providers!
• EMR System: Cerner
• Facility: Ascension Via Christi Hospitals
• Location: Wichita, Kansas
  
  

This job location is currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Designation Type

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer.

Responsibilities

Ascension Via Christi is looking for a BC/BE Psychiatrist to join our Behavioral Health team here in Wichita, Kansas.

Responsibilities:

• Join a team of 3 Inpatient Psychiatrists and 2 Advanced Practice Providers!
• Newly updated facilities for optimal care.
• Full-time, Inpatient schedule, great work-life balance.
• Evaluates and treats patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills. Coordinates discharge planning with case management.
• Recommends, participates in, and works to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients.
• Accepts patient referrals from other physicians. Acts as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital.
• Participates in academic programs (e.g. medical education and research) as requested.
• Provides appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner.
• Participates in inpatient and outpatient consultation for specialty, which may include on call schedules.
  
  

About Ascension Medical Group Via Christi

• Largest multi-specialty group practice in Kansas including locations in Manhattan, Pittsburg, Wamego and Wichita - More than 300 providers in 40 specialties providing mission-minded care for all.
• Academic affiliation with the University of Kansas School of Medicine and sponsorship of 6 residency and 2 fellowship programs.
  
  

About Wichita

• Family-friendly metropolitan area of approximately 500,000.
• Voted #1 city for overall affordability by Business Insider.
• Excellent amenities including a new airport, award- winning schools, affordable housing and diverse economic base.
• Home to four university campuses including the University of Kansas School of Medicine and Wichita State University.
  
  

About Ascension Medical Group

Ascension Medical Group is a clinician-led provider organization focused on delivering high-quality health outcomes and an exceptional patient experience. With 2,000 sites of care and 7,600 providers, physicians and advanced practice providers have the opportunity to collaborate with clinicians across one of the largest healthcare provider networks in the U.S. When you join our team, you'll benefit from competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, innovative technology and countless opportunities for growth.

Requirements

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

Required Credential(s):

• Licensed Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Kansas Board of Healing Arts obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Verified by the Local Credentialing Office.
  
  

Education:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.
  
  

Why Join Our Team

Ascension Via Christi caregivers have been caring for and providing healing to Kansas communities for more than 135 years. As the largest healthcare provider in Kansas, we offer career opportunities across a number of hospitals, clinics, therapy centers and home health services.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

Pay Non-Discrimination Notice

Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

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