Psychiatrist Per Diem
About The Position
Carolina Behavioral Care, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a per diem Psychiatrist to join its team in Fayetteville, North Carolina. The psychiatrist treats a wide variety of mental health conditions reflecting the needs of a diverse patient population. Organizational support for clinical and business operations enables providers to focus on patient care. The role includes diagnosing mental health conditions and developing comprehensive treatment plans; providing individual and group psychotherapy; prescribing and managing psychotropic medications; and maintaining accurate clinical records. The psychiatrist also participates in patient growth efforts by providing a professional profile for online directories and other marketing activities. The position is part of Optum Behavioral Care, which aims to provide integrated behavioral health services addressing patients’ physical, mental, and social needs across care settings. Compensation generally ranges from $108.17 to $189.18 per hour. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and may vary based on factors such as local labor markets, education, work experience, productivity, and performance. Benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Requirements
- Hold a clear, active, unrestricted MD or DO physician license in the state of practice.
- Be board certified in psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) or eligible for board certification.
- Hold active Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration.
Nice To Haves
- At least 2 years of clinical experience in an outpatient behavioral health setting.
- Experience educating patients about medication-treatment adherence and aftercare services.
- Experience counseling patients using advanced psychotherapeutic techniques, including in group settings.
- Experience treating substance addiction and co-occurring disorders.
- Experience working with patients in different age groups, including older adults.
- Experience providing couples or family counseling.
- Experience using computers for professional communication and medical documentation, including Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS, or other electronic health record systems.
Responsibilities
- Use evidence-based screening tools, medical tests, and diagnostic criteria to diagnose mental health conditions and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
- Provide individual and group psychotherapy using therapeutic modalities suited to each patient’s needs.
- Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications according to established protocols and clinical guidelines; monitor efficacy and side effects and adjust treatment plans as appropriate.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date electronic medical records and clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Support patient growth efforts by providing a profile for online directories and other marketing activities.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Incentive and recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase plan.
- 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
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