MAT Psychiatrist (50003)

WESTCARE INC•Miami, FL

1d•$325,000 - $325,000

About The Position

Person in this position is responsible for the supervision, managing and providing the provision of Psychiatric / MAT services for the Residential Program and the MAT Outpatient Programs as described. Person in this position is also responsible for providing the History and Physical for the Residential Program as described.

Requirements

Excellent communication skills.
Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
Ability to work well in a team environment.
Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.
Professional appearance and demeanor.
Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served.
Ability to obtain and maintain clearance from DCF.
Valid driver’s license ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insurance is required.
During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.
Ability to Log On to EFORSCE
Active or the Ability to Obtain: Florida Medicaid Provider Number
Active or the Ability to Obtain: Medicare Provider Number
Experience as a Provider in a Mental Health / Substance Abuse treatment facility.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
Familiarity with the Communities we serve ( Broward and Dade County)
Must be Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Must hold an active Nurse Practitioner license in the State of Florida
Must have an active DEA license
Must have an active NPI number

Responsibilities

Conduct Initial Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluations and Psychotropic Medication Management – for specified programs.
Conduct the Admission History and Physical – for The Residential Program
Consistently implement the Medical Clearance Procedure (MCP).
Prescribe needed mediations for patients that are in their scope of practice.
Review Laboratory Results and make appropriate recommendations and or referrals
Develop protocols and determine medication needs to manage expected pharmacological interventions.
Work closely with the Admissions Department to ensure smooth patient care and the consistent implementation of Medical Clearance Procedure (MCP).
Participate in clinical staffing decisions regarding the patients’ current strengths and resources and their need for additional resources.
Complete documentation of the services in the E.H.R. in a timely manner.
Provides input into the patient’s treatment needs and disposition.
Assists other WestCare staff as needed in a collaborative manner to promote -integration, cooperation and portray a professional image to the community
Must embrace and embody the Mission Statement : Up Lifting the Human – as well as Guiding Principles, Clinical Vision, and Goals of the WestCare Foundation
Perform all other duties as assigned.