Mobile MAT Psychiatrist (48928)

WESTCARE INC•Miami, FL

6d•$325,000 - $325,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Psychiatrist will serve as a vital member of the Mobile Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Unit, providing psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management for individuals with opioid use disorder (OUD) and co-occurring mental health conditions. This role involves delivering care directly in community settings via a mobile health unit, helping bridge access to treatment for underserved and high-risk populations. The Psychiatrist will work closely with a multidisciplinary team including nurse practitioners, counselors, peer recovery specialists, and case managers. Mobile MAT program is a healthcare service that delivers addiction treatment directly to individuals in their communities using mobile units, such as vans or specialized vehicles. These programs provide medication assisted treatment, which typically includes medications like buprenorphine, combined with counseling and support services, to help individuals with opioid use disorder manage cravings, reduce withdrawal symptoms, and support long-term recovery. These units are designed to reach underserved or remote areas, offering greater accessibility to individuals who may face barriers like transportation issues, limited access to healthcare facilities, or social stigma. In addition to providing medication, the mobile MAT program offers a range of supportive services, such as mental health counseling, case management, risk reduction education, and referrals to additional healthcare or social services. By bringing these resources directly to communities in need, mobile MAT program aim to increase access to comprehensive addiction treatment, improve patient outcomes, and reduce overdose deaths.

Requirements

Must hold active clear medical license in the state of Florida is required at time of hire.
Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Psychiatry required
Graduation from an accredited college with a doctorate in medicine is required.
A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in Detox and Office Base Suboxone/Subutex Induction required.
Must hold and maintain a valid driver's license
20 hours of continuing education required annually.
Ability to collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Understands, communicates (both verbally and in writing), and collaborates effectively and with precision, given the time constraints of each task.
Ability to interpret and deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized and/or unusual circumstances.
CPR Certification, First Aid Certification
Ability utilize Microsoft Office Software Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) as needed
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to provide an Affidavit of Good Moral Character
Clearance in Pre-Employment Drug Testing and Criminal Records Checks, as required.
Possesses sufficient means of independent mobility.
Maintains confidential files and records
Working knowledge of behavioral health terminology
The ability to determine appropriateness and eligibility for consumer’s admission to a particular program based on the current medical status of the consumer.
The ability to use diagnostic criteria to determine the consumer’s chemical use severity.
A thorough understanding of potential interactions between medication, psychotropic medication and illicit drugs.
The ability to explain medical problems, medication regimens and potential medication side-effects to consumers in a clear, concise and developmentally appropriate manner.
The ability to evaluate the impact of alcohol or drug on the consumer’s medical condition.
General knowledge of common illnesses and diseases across the life span, including infancy, early childhood, adolescence, adult and geriatric.
Ability to evaluate for signs and symptoms of acute alcohol and drug withdrawal syndromes.
Demonstrates the ability to respond to medical/psychiatric crises and to refer consumers for emergency medical care. Demonstrates empathy and compassion for consumers during a medical/psychiatric crisis.
Ability to act as a consumer advocate.
Ability to supervise staff in a respectful and collegial fashion.
The ability to coordinate and integrate multiple services, as well as interface and communicate with internal and external providers.
The ability to identify the needs of a consumer that cannot be met by the counselor or agency and to assist the consumer to utilize the support systems and community resources available.
Demonstrates the ability to utilize problem-solving techniques with the appropriate degree of analysis, objectivity and foresight to make decisions.
The ability to build positive relationships with staff.
Competency and understanding in the application of team building strategies.
The ability to recognize and take appropriate actions regarding violation of any policy and/or procedure.
Demonstrates an understanding of federal, state, Medicaid and CARF regulations.
Demonstrates an understanding in the interpretation and application of confidentiality regulations.
Competency in the understanding and application of developmental theory.
Ability to use trauma informed care principles including ensuring consumer safety, preventing/avoiding re-traumatization, maximizing trustworthiness, enhancing consumer choice, maximizing collaboration, and emphasizing empowerment
Ability to identify and describe key signs, symptoms, impact and manifestations of trauma
Understands the bidirectional relationships among substance use and mental disorders and trauma
Understands the differences among various kinds of abuse and trauma, including physical, emotional, and sexual abuse; domestic violence; experiences of war for both combat veterans and survivors of war; natural disasters; and community violence
Understanding of professional ethics, consumer rights, and professional responsibilities
Knowledge of WestCare Mission, goals and values
Knowledge of Incident Reporting
Knowledge of HIPAA, Professional Ethics, Consumer Rights and Confidentiality
Familiarity with WestCare services and programs
Demonstrates a high degree of dependability.
Maintains a good attendance record.
Observes working hours
Shows flexibility and is responsive to requests from supervisor
Works independently with minimal supervision
Exhibits characteristics of good workmanship, and integrity on the job
Work time is always productive
Demonstrates ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with consumers, co-workers, external partners, and regulatory agencies
Is courteous to consumers, staff, and all others.
Demonstrates tact at the appropriate time.
Cooperates with others both within and outside WestCare.
Works well with supervisor; accepts direction and supervision
Maintains a positive attitude toward work
Ensures and maintains a safe working environment.
Work area is clean and orderly.
Verbalizes, understands and adheres to agency safety procedures.
Demonstrates appropriate use of Unusual Incident Reports, in accordance with the Center’s reporting procedures
Presents a positive personal image
Dresses and maintains a professional demeanor
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;

Nice To Haves

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Substance Abuse Specialty preferred
Experience working with similar-like behavioral health agency organizations is preferred
Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred

Responsibilities

Provide medical consultation to all treatment programs regarding current status recommendations pertaining to the behavioral health of clients
Ensures the dispensing and storage of medication adhere to law, regulations, licensure, and professional standards of practice.
Supervises, evaluates, and provides psychiatric treatment for adults in person or telehealth using WestCare HIPAA compliant platform on scheduled days.
Complete written comprehensive psychiatric evaluation reports in clinical data system and to be maintained in electronic clinical record.
Consult if needed with the Medical Director about mental health treatment plans and psychotropic medication educational plans.
Maintain medical records in compliance with agency, the Department of Children and Families, CARF, Managing entity and Medicaid standards and regulations.
Document notes, services and prescriptions into CDS during psychiatric service
Develop Wellness Plan with each client after psychiatric evaluation is completed and review as needed.
Provide Medication Assisted treatment to clients including education and follow up and document in CDS
Review and electronically sign all lab results and physicals conducted and upload into the client’s chart in CDS.
Comply with all Federal (42 CFR and HIPPA), State, Local, ad agency confidentiality laws and regulations
Conduct telehealth psychiatric evaluations and/or outpatient treatment
Accommodates referred clients within 7 calendar days from the date of referral.
Conduct telehealth psychiatric re-evaluations, as necessary, for referred clients.
Provide a written comprehensive psychiatric evaluation report to be maintained in each client’s clinical record.
Document client sessions in CDS while providing service.
Maintain medical records in compliance with agency, Department of Children and Families, CARF, and Medicaid standards and regulations.
Completes all orientation and mandated training activities, including E-Learning Courses, within required timeframes, and in accordance with the criteria established for this position.
Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation; and
Perform any other duties as assigned.