Clinical Psychiatrist

Under the general supervision of the Medical Director, the Psychiatrist provides in-person and/or telemedicine initial psychiatric evaluations, medication management visits, and consultation.  The Psychiatrist must be knowledgeable in systems improvement and have the ability to facilitate a positive, forward-thinking culture at PTI. The Psychiatrist practices as a licensed physician as per Louisiana state law, as determined and set forth by PTI.

The Psychiatrist will consult and work collaboratively with colleagues to provide culturally competent, evidence-based care.  In accordance with best practices and standardized procedures, the Psychiatrist is responsible for providing mental healthcare to patients through regular health assessments and the management of acute and chronic stable conditions. The Psychiatrist obtains a health history and performs assessments, identifies problems, and formulates plans that include treatment, health education and counseling. The Psychiatrist is an inherent leader within the organization and consistently makes a positive contribution to PTI. 

JOB LEVELS I – III

Job level classifications I-III indicate the Psychiatrist’s relative rank, functions, and responsibilities.  Each respective level attained reflects the consistent performance, qualifications, responsibilities for work completed, competencies, and leadership assignments, as well as compensation ranges and some benefits. 

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Psychiatrist will be paid in accordance with the compensation ranges set forth by their assigned job level (I-III). 

Psychiatrist is eligible to receive any bonus(es) paid at the discretion of PTI.

Psychiatrist is eligible for all benefits provided by PTI to Full-time, Exempt employees as detailed in the Employee Handbook.  Some benefits, including PTO, participation in PPP, and others, are available and/or provided at the Senior Management level, as defined in policy. 

As an employee of PTI, the Psychiatrist is eligible for Student Loan Repayment through HRSA.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provides direct psychiatric diagnostic evaluations, medication evaluations and follow-ups to patients as scheduled.
  • Provide specialized diagnostic and treatment services for assigned patient group, in coverage for a provider, or as company need may require, including adults, adolescents, and children. 
  • Creates a warm and welcoming clinical environment where clients feel supported and respected as they pursue their personal treatment goals.
  • Participates in treatment consultations as needed and consults regularly with colleagues, clinicians and relevant staff, providing leadership regarding treatment modalities, medications, appropriate level of care 
  • Provide consultation and expertise for complicated cases or accepts referral from other providers when appropriate care may be outside their experience or capability.
  • Advise the Medical Director of any situations that may adversely impact the efficiency of the medical department or have negative impact on PTI.
  • Timely coordination of care among internal and external ancillary providers and hospitals to provide high quality care between departments and facilities.
  • Function within an interdisciplinary team and participate in interdisciplinary activities.
  • Participate in quality assurance, training, and educational activities, including regularly scheduled meetings, clinical audits and peer review.
  • Knowledge of social, cultural and economic factors as they relate to mental health and effective treatment of related diseases.
  • Leads, assists, and/or performs crisis intervention and emergency services as appropriate in life-threatening situations
  • Provides for the comfort, safety, privacy, and confidentiality of patients.
  • Provide patients information concerning their evaluation, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis. 
  • Engage patients in participation and decisions involving their healthcare. 
  • Ensures full compliance with all Federal and State requirements for licensing standards, treatment planning, documentation, and billing.
  • Utilize all available technology, including computers, e-mail, voice mail, electronic health records, and e-prescribing.
  • Responsible for ensuring that all duties, responsibilities and operations are performed with the utmost regard for the safety and health of all personnel involved, including themselves.
  • At all times helps lead PTI’s culture and demonstrates cooperative behavior with supervisors, subordinates, colleagues, clients and the community.
  • Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

SCOPE OF WORK

  • Provide specialized treatment services and individualized patient care as scheduled, and complete accurate documentation within 24 hours of visit into the electronic health record (EHR) system.
  • To work as medical team assisting other providers in completing their responsibilities as necessary, e.g., seeing patients, processing refills, completing documentation requirements, and provider inbox.
  • Effectively manage a patient group up to the goals set by the organization.
  • Provide leadership, direction, and accountability to medical team in completing their assigned responsibilities 
  • Display the highest level of professionalism, integrity and a strong work ethic, serving as a model for all clinic staff.
  • Maintain requirements of licensure, DEA certification and board certification board. Fulfill and maintain requirements for credentialing, privileges internally and externally with payers and regulatory bodies.
  • Actively participate in meetings as assigned by direct supervisor.
  • Participate in trainings of medical personnel and/or PTI staff, as requested.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • M.D. or D.O. from accredited medical school
  • Board certification in Psychiatry 
  • Valid license to practice medicine in Louisiana and/or willing to become licensed in states in which PTI operates
  • Current CPR certification, ACLS, PALS certification.
  • Current DEA license.
  • Proven experience in diagnosing and treating a wide range of psychiatric disorders across different age groups
  • Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and ability to present to diverse audiences, specifically racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically diverse communities.
  • Valid driver’s license / acceptable driving record
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Must be detail oriented and be able to multi-task effectively.
  • Demonstrate clear knowledge of PTI’s structure, standards, procedures and protocols.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

All minimum qualifications, and/or:

  • Three (3) years of experience working within, and/or leadership of, a mental healthcare clinic is highly desirable.
  • Established leadership skills demonstrated by documented leadership positions of increasing responsibility.
  • Bilingual in Spanish.

 

Interested?

Email an updated CV to [email protected]