Staff Psychiatrist: Lead Diagnostic & Treatment Teams

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Human Services, seeks a Staff Psychiatrist at Clarks Summit State Hospital to lead complex diagnostic work, guide treatment planning, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. The role emphasizes patient safety, recovery, and ongoing professional collaboration.

Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday, with potential on-call evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Completion of a residency or training program in psychiatry which meets ABPN or AOBN certification requirements.
• License to practice medicine in Pennsylvania as issued by the State Board of Medical Education and Licensure or the State Board of Osteopathic Examiners.

Responsibilities

• Psychiatric Evaluation: Perform detailed examinations, interpret clinical findings, and determine accurate diagnoses
• Treatment Leadership: Direct team meetings, guide treatment goals, and oversee individualized treatment plans
• Clinical Reporting: Prepare examination reports, progress summaries, competency assessments, and discharge documents
• Emergency Management: Lead psychiatric or medical emergency response and apply appropriate interventions
• Interdisciplinary Coordination: Collaborate with staff, patients, families, and community providers to support continuity of care
• Professional Compliance: Maintain required licensure, certifications, and adherence to hospital and agency standards

Education

Residency in Psychiatry

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Human Services, seeks a Staff Psychiatrist at Clarks Summit State Hospital to lead complex diagnostic work, guide treatment planning, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. The role emphasizes patient safety, recovery, and ongoing professional collaboration.

Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday, with potential on-call evenings, weekends, and holidays.