Psychiatrist

Chimes•Uwchlan Township, PA

12d•$180 - $200

About The Position

The Psychiatrist provides psychiatric evaluations, medication management services, clinical consultation and supervision, and clinical client reviews for a mental health outpatient treatment program. Services are based on program descriptions, agency policies and procedures, applicable licensure standards, and best-practice principles of care. The position is part-time, approximately four hours per week, based in Exton, Pennsylvania, with telehealth available as an option. The stated pay rate is $180–$200 per hour. Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems provides services and supports for people with mental health, substance abuse, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and co-occurring disorders across several states, as well as prevention and educational programs.

Requirements

Medical degree (M.D. or D.O.) from a regionally accredited medical school, or a foreign medical school with approval through the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG).
One year of experience post-residency, or work under the supervision of another psychiatrist until that experience has been obtained.
Experience working with children and adults in a professional setting, providing support, guidance, and assistance based on individual needs.
Licensed physician in the state or states where services are provided.
Board certification in Adult and/or Child/Adolescent Psychiatry, or board eligible.
Full DEA certification for prescribing Schedule II, III, IV, and V medications.
Pennsylvania Act 33 and 34 clearances.
Verification that the employee is not on a Medicaid/Medicare Exclusion list.

Responsibilities

Implement clinical service delivery goals consistent with agency goals, policies, and procedures.
Provide direct clinical services in accordance with program descriptions, best-practice standards, and licensure standards.
Provide quality services based on established best-practice principles of care.
Maintain quality documentation of clinical service delivery.
Maintain professional relationships with clients, payers, and community support service representatives.
Assist with proposal development for service enhancement or expansion when requested.
Provide authorized client services and timely supporting documentation for re-authorizations as necessary.
Submit accurate and timely payroll and billing documentation.
Provide direct clinical supervision to Nurse Practitioners and other clinical staff as indicated.
Provide clinical consultation for programs as needed.
Conduct psychiatric evaluations and document findings accurately and comprehensively.
Conduct medication management sessions and prescribe medications according to best practices, including minimizing unnecessary medications or prescribing patterns that could result in dependency.
Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation of medication management services.