Psych MidLevel Practitioner-OP

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) • Stafford, TX

7h • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Clinical Director or Staff Psychiatrist - Outpatient, the Psych MidLevel Practitioner provides direct psychiatric care to patients assigned to outpatient psychiatric facilities within the UTMB sector of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ). The role supports the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within TDCJ and the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD).

The work environment is within a prison, jail, or juvenile detention center. Security clearance and pre-employment drug testing are required. Salary is commensurate with years of relevant work experience.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current licensure to practice in the State of Texas.
• Mental health experience required.
• Current BLS-HP certification required.
• Security clearance required.
• Pre-employment drug testing required.

Nice To Haves

• Correctional experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct psychiatric care to patients assigned to psychiatric outpatient facilities under the supervision of the Clinical Director or Staff Psychiatrist - Outpatient.
• Participate regularly in clinical consultations with facility mental health and medical staff.
• Conduct psychiatric assessments and develop treatment plans for assigned patients under supervision of the Clinical Director or Staff Psychiatrist - Outpatient.
• Participate in the psychiatry QI/QM program.
• Provide emergency psychiatric call.
• Work all assigned hours as required.
• Adhere to internal controls and the reporting structure established for the department.
• Perform related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time