Psychiatrist- Part-time

Augusta University • Augusta, GA

92d • $80 - $96

About The Position

Functions as a Psychiatrist for Student Health Services (SHS) as a primary caregiver in mental health, dedicated to protecting confidentiality and meeting ethical standards associated with the practice of psychiatry. Provides clinical assessment/evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and management to registered students at Augusta University (AU) in accordance with the guidelines and accepted standards of care in psychiatry.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited medical school (MD or DO) and completion of internship and psychiatry residency.
• Unrestricted license as a physician in the State of Georgia with current board certification or eligibility in Psychiatry.
• Unrestricted DEA.
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS/BCLS certification.
• American Heart Association ACLS certification (if not currently certified, to obtain within one year of employment).

Nice To Haves

• Experience in providing mental health services to college students, adolescents, and emerging adults in an outpatient setting.
• Strong psychosocial and clinical assessment skills.
• Minimal supervision is required regarding the use of time and the ability to prioritize work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with staff, patients, and families.
• Experience and comfort in providing care that effectively meets the needs of all students.
• Ability to make sound clinical decisions in crisis situations.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, interpret, and evaluate subjective/objective findings of patients.
• Obtain medical histories and order and interpret diagnostic tests of patients.
• Prescribe medications and conduct ongoing medication management for patients representing best practices.
• Participate in e-prescribing as a service to the patient population.
• Ensure compliance with Georgia's Prescription Drug Monitoring Program.
• Provide culturally competent, adaptive, trauma-informed, and strength-based care.
• Provide telehealth services via an approved platform.
• Provide timely follow-up care for established patients.
• Provide general psychiatric consultations and medical advice for the CARE Team.
• Provide emergency psychiatric services and risk assessments.
• Facilitate voluntary and involuntary hospitalizations of patients.
• Provide patient education regarding medications, treatments, and anticipated outcomes.
• Promote mental health awareness and education through primary prevention activities.
• Provide consultations, case management, and professional development workshops.
• Provide education and consultation on mental health awareness to various stakeholders.
• Provide psychiatric documentation for students seeking accommodation.
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide comprehensive mental health services.
• Maintain a professional relationship with WellStar MCG Health Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings and committee meetings as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan)
• Earned vacation time
• Sick leave
• 13 paid holidays
• Tuition Assistance Program for full-time employees after 6 months of employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees