Adult Psychiatry Locum Opportunity

77 consultants•San Jose, CA

About The Position

The contracted psychiatrist will provide comprehensive psychiatric assessments and ongoing medication management to developmentally disabled patients with co-occurring mental health disorders. The role is approximately 18 hours per week, negotiable, and described as a long-term opportunity. Services are delivered in outpatient settings through telehealth and in-person consultations. The psychiatrist will work with the medical director, nursing staff, clinicians, and case managers to support client-centered care, develop individualized treatment plans, and address clinical and policy matters. The position also includes documentation, consultation and peer guidance, quality improvement activities, family and caregiver counseling, and preparation of legal or court-related materials as needed.

Requirements

Active California state license.
Board certified or board eligible; certification is mandatory within five years post-residency.
Eligible for Medi-Cal and Medicare certification.
Authorized to prescribe controlled substances.
Influenza vaccination, or a medical or religious exemption.
COVID-19 vaccination, or a medical or religious exemption.
Proficiency in specialized psychiatric services, including evaluation and medication prescribing.
Ability to provide reimbursable services in accordance with Medicare, Medi-Cal, Regional Centers, and County Mental Health services guidelines.
Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with patients, colleagues, and interdisciplinary team members.
Philosophy that recognizes the intrinsic value of all community members.
Understanding of normalization principles and commitment to community integration.
Ability to work autonomously and effectively as a team member.
Strong communication and documentation skills, including proficiency with computerized documentation and database systems.
Flexibility in scheduling to meet the needs of a consumer-driven environment.
Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to engage with a diverse patient population.
No minimum years of experience required.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments and evaluations, mental status examinations, and diagnoses in accordance with the current DSM edition sanctioned by the APA.
Provide ongoing medication management, including prescribing controlled substances.
Use the established electronic health record system and follow Santa Clara County Psychiatric Medical Guidelines.
Collaborate with the medical director, nursing staff, clinicians, and case managers to provide client-centered mental health care.
Gather and analyze relevant information, including laboratory results and consultative inputs, for patient evaluation and treatment.
Prepare detailed assessment, evaluation, mental status examination, diagnosis, and treatment-summary reports in compliance with medical record-keeping standards.
Provide specialized input for developing and implementing individualized mental health treatment plans with clinical staff.
Deliver outpatient psychiatric services through telehealth and in-person consultations.
Provide consultation and peer guidance to psychiatrists and therapists regarding patient evaluations and treatment strategies.
Collaborate with the medical director or clinic director on policies and clinical issues related to patient assessment and treatment.
Participate in quality assurance, quality improvement, and performance enhancement initiatives as required.
Advise and counsel families and caregivers on patient issues, treatment trajectories, and the relationship between mental health and developmental disabilities.
Prepare legal documentation and court-related materials as needed.