Psychiatrist

Recovery Centers of America•Monroeville, PA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Psychiatrist, you'll be a part of our exciting mission of helping millions of people jumpstart their recovery. Your medical expertise will aid in patient recovery, as you support and implement effective techniques while making a difference in the lives of patients, their families, and communities. If you're looking for a fulfilling, life-changing job, Recovery Centers of America is the right place for you. And you're the right candidate for us! Position Overview: The psychiatrist is a type of physician able to prescribe medication in addition to counseling patients. A psychiatrist at an RCA facility has advanced training in addition and substance psychiatry. Addiction psychiatry deals with treatment methods for patients living drug and/or alcohol addiction.

Requirements

M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited United States medical school.
Successful completion of internship and residency in psychiatry specialty.
3-5 years' experience managing patients with substance use disorder/addiction.
Familiarity with medication assisted treatments.
Valid and active state medical license, without any limitations on license to practice in specialty
Eligible to participate in the CMS Medicaid/Medicare reimbursement programs.
Valid and active DEA license with X waiver to prescribe buprenorphine.
Knowledge of third party payer regulations, state practice guidelines and malpractice laws, HIPAA regulations, Bureau of Primary Health Care FQHC (Federally Qualified Health Care) program regulations.
Experience or familiarity with electronic health records and patient data registry.
Experience working successfully with issues of substance abuse, mental health, criminal background, and other potential barriers to economic self-sufficiency.

Responsibilities

Addresses the underlying issues of addiction through individual therapy, group therapy, and other approved psychiatric methods.
Analyzes and evaluates patient data and test or examination findings to diagnose the nature and extent of mental disorder and or chemical dependency.
Prescribes, directs, and administers psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental, emotional, behavioral disorders and/or chemical dependency including inpatient detoxification.
Collaborates with physicians, psychologists, counselors, social workers, psychiatric nurses and/or other professionals to discuss treatment plans and progress.
Gathers and maintains patient information and records, including social and medical history obtained from patients, relatives and other professionals.
Counsels outpatients and other patients during office visits.
Designs individualized care plans, using a variety of treatments.
Examines or conducts laboratory or diagnostic tests on patients to provide information on their general physical condition and mental disorder.
Advises and informs treatment center professionals, relatives and significant others of patients' conditions and treatment.
Reviews and evaluates treatment procedures and outcomes of other medical professionals.
Prepares and submits case reports and summaries to the treatment center and mental health agencies as necessary and in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Prompt and regular attendance.
Other duties as assigned by the Medical Director.