Overview:
The Psychiatrist is responsible for overseeing the mental health program at the county's correctional facilities. They work under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer to ensure that the program is effectively and efficiently meeting the needs of the incarcerated population. The Psychiatrist provides direct patient care, conducts psychiatric evaluations, and prescribes medication as needed.
Responsibilities:
* Provide medication prescriptions and monitoring, individual counseling, and supervise LMFT
* Respond to psychiatric emergencies and conduct monthly audits of patient charts
* Review and countersign records of mid-level providers and RNs
* Monitor hospitalized patients and attend Quality Assurance and administrative meetings
* Refer eligible inmates for 5150 and participate in Quality Management and Peer Review meetings.
Qualifications:
Education
* Graduate of accredited medical school
Experience
* Prefer correctional/detention facility experience
Licenses/Certifications
* Current, unrestricted state license as a physician
* Current DEA license
* Current life saving certification
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