Psychiatrist - Appalachian Behavioral Healthcare

State of Ohio•Athens, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Psychiatrist delivers recovery-focused psychiatric care at Appalachian Behavioral Healthcare in a supportive, collaborative inpatient behavioral health setting. The role includes time to provide thorough psychiatric treatment, consultation with medical colleagues, and integrated care for patients. Psychiatrists may also elect to work Medical Officer on Duty (MOD) shifts for additional compensation. The position is permanent and full-time. Compensation is based on board eligibility and certifications, with potential supplements related to resident supervision, geographic recruitment, experience, forensic practice, specialized training, certifications, or professional awards. The role is classified and represented by Union 1199.

Requirements

Hold a certificate to practice medicine under Section 4731.13 of the Ohio Revised Code.
Have satisfactorily completed a psychiatry residency training program approved by the specified American Medical Association or American Osteopathic Association residency or post-graduate education bodies; or be recognized as a psychiatrist by the Ohio State Medical Association or Ohio Osteopathic Association based on formal training and at least five years of medical practice limited to psychiatry.
Submit official transcripts for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application when requested; transcripts must be provided within five business days of the request and before a formal employment offer.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive evaluations, examinations, and analyses to diagnose and treat patients, and prescribe necessary medications.
Lead Treatment Team meetings and provide clinical direction to team members developing Individual Treatment Plans (ITPs) for assigned patients.
Conduct mental and physical examinations as part of patient assessments.
Administer and monitor psychopharmacological, psychotherapeutic, and other relevant treatments, including individual and group therapy.
Regularly assess patients’ medical conditions and arrange consultations, referrals, or transfers as needed to maintain their health.
Coordinate with external psychiatrists and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care as patients transition to community-based settings.
Document activities and treatments in accordance with Joint Commission, Medicare, Medicaid, Department of Behavioral Health, and hospital standards, policies, regulations, and directives.
Guide professional, paraprofessional, nursing, and direct care staff on matters related to patients’ psychiatric care.

Benefits

Up to $30,000 annually for physician loan repayment.
Four weeks of vacation from day one and 11 paid holidays.
State pension with a 14% state contribution and a stated total of 24% going to retirement per paycheck.
Up to $4,000 annually for tuition reimbursement and continuing education.
No-cost CME credits and funds for one professional license or certification annually.
Non-exclusive employment policy allowing additional work opportunities.
Comprehensive health coverage.
Option to receive the equivalent of the employer's health insurance contribution as wages if declining health insurance.
No-cost malpractice insurance.
Medical coverage.
Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after the eligibility period.
Paid vacation, personal leave, and sick leave.
Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave.
Education and development opportunities, including employee development funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.