Physician Psychiatrist - Brimhall CHC

Clinica Sierra Vista • Bakersfield, CA

4h • $350,000 - $380,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Clinica Sierra Vista is seeking a Physician Psychiatrist to provide psychiatric, diagnostic, and therapeutic services to its consumers and offer psychiatric consultation to community members. Clinica Sierra Vista is a large Federally Qualified Health Center in California with a 47-year history of growth and innovation, serving vulnerable populations with respect and compassion across 31 health centers in Fresno and Kern counties. They offer a comprehensive range of services including Pediatric Care, Adult Care, Dental Care, Behavioral Health, Case Management, Prenatal & Women’s Health, Substance Abuse Treatment, HIV/AIDS testing and treatment, Health Education, Outreach and WIC services. They partner with local entities to address patient needs and are committed to providing an ideal environment for their dedicated providers and staff.

Requirements

• Board Certified or Eligible in Psychiatry.
• Licensed to practice medicine in the State of California.
• DEA certification.
• Experience in providing psychiatric services.
• Experience with electronic medical records and e-prescribing.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) setting.
• Bilingual in Spanish.
• Experience with J1/H-1B visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric evaluation, medication management, diagnostic review, and psychopharm services for out-patient clinics.
• Consult with a multidisciplinary team of mental health providers regarding psychiatric aspects of patient care.
• Confer with consumer relatives/caregivers regarding illness and treatment.
• Maintain electronic medical records, including medication lists and e-prescribing.
• Manage and maintain a panel of patients.
• Adhere to the highest standards of medical ethics.
• Assure quality of care for all patients and regularly participate in clinic Peer Review and Quality Assurance Programs.
• Comply with state and federal standards of clinical practice.
• Provide phone-triage/consultation in rare emergent situations afterhours.
• May be required to supervise psychiatric mid-level personnel, including RN’s, NP's and Physicians Assistant's on-site and by telephone with outlying clinic sites.
• See appointment and walk-in patients as scheduled.
• Complete various forms for patients including; School Medication forms, JV220, SSI, medical clearance for SUD OP participation, etc.
• Review lab results for patients managed at the health center.
• Provide prescription refills for patients managed at the health center.
• Provide good customer service to patients including; introducing self, welcoming patients, explaining treatment/conditions, inviting the patient to ask questions and participate in their visit, explaining follow-up care, medications, referrals, etc.
• May assist the CMO in design, implementation, and evaluation of psychiatric health care programs/protocols for patients and staff.
• May represent CSV in professional groups.

Benefits

• $350,000 Base salary (Commensurate with experience)
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance for physician and family (begins on first day of employment)
• Sign-on bonus of up to $150,000 or Mortgage Subsidy up to $150,000.
• Paid CME
• Relocation reimbursement
• Loan repayment through the NHSC.
• Malpractice coverage through the FTCA/Federal Tort Claims Act.
• J1/H-1B visa candidates are welcome, CSV is cap exempt for H1-B Visa.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior