Inpatient Psychiatrist | Associate Medical Director of Youth Services

UHS•Las Cruces, NM

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Mesilla Valley Hospital (UHS facility) is a free-standing psychiatric hospital in Las Cruces, New Mexico that provides mental health and drug & alcohol addiction services for adolescents, adults, and seniors. Mesilla Valley Hospital has been in operation since 1987, serving those in need of treatment for a variety of psychiatric and substance abuse issues. Mesilla Valley Hospital is a 120-bed facility, providing access to quality behavioral healthcare and substance abuse treatment to residents of New Mexico, West Texas and Arizona. Mesilla Valley Hosptial is currently seeking a Physician to assist with patient evaluation. POSITION SUMMARY Oversees the quality of care delivered to his/her patients. Assesses clinical appropriateness for admission and collaborates with Assessment and Referral regarding potential admissions. Performs psychiatric assessments for individuals under his/her care. Completes documentation necessary to address patients hospitalized under civil commitment statutes. Provides individual therapy, family therapy and/or medication management as needed for patients under his/her care. Appropriately requests consultation when indicated. Provides psychiatric consultation when requested. Mesilla Valley Hospital offers comprehensive benefits such as: Competitive Compensation Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan Generous Paid Time Off 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan Free Basic Life Insurance Education Assistance Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries Challenging and rewarding work environment

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited medical school, completed residency in psychiatry, board certification preferred.
Licensed as a Medical Doctor (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.)
Prior experience in hospital based psychiatric practice and outpatient psychiatric practice preferred.
Must maintain active status with medical staff.
Strong clinical assessment skills and knowledge of crisis intervention procedures.
Knowledge of family and group therapy techniques.

Nice To Haves

board certification
Prior experience in hospital based psychiatric practice and outpatient psychiatric practice

Responsibilities

Oversees the quality of care delivered to his/her patients.
Assesses clinical appropriateness for admission and collaborates with Assessment and Referral regarding potential admissions.
Performs psychiatric assessments for individuals under his/her care.
Completes documentation necessary to address patients hospitalized under civil commitment statutes.
Provides individual therapy, family therapy and/or medication management as needed for patients under his/her care.
Appropriately requests consultation when indicated.
Provides psychiatric consultation when requested.