Psychiatrist - part time

Merakey•Philadelphia, PA

2d•$175•Hybrid

About The Position

Merakey is seeking a part-time Psychiatrist to support our Adult Behavioral Health Services program in Sharon Hill, PA. This role involves working onsite one day per week with telehealth support as needed. The Psychiatrist will be responsible for assessing, planning, developing, coordinating, and providing psychiatric treatment and rehabilitation for adults with mental illness, in collaboration with all team members and interagency teams.

Requirements

Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
Board certification or eligibility in Psychiatry.
Valid state medical license and DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances.
Knowledge of evidence-based psychiatric treatments and interventions.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
Strong communication and empathy in working with patients and their families.
Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems and healthcare technology.

Nice To Haves

Experience in crisis intervention, emergency psychiatry, or urgent care settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations to assess the mental health needs of patients with behavioral health needs.
Formulate accurate diagnoses based on assessment findings and evidence-based criteria.
Collaborate with the clinical team to develop and implement treatment and crisis stabilization plans.
Prescribe appropriate psychotropic medications to address patients' mental health symptoms and conditions.
Monitor medication efficacy, side effects, and overall treatment progress.
Adjust medication regimens as needed to optimize patient outcomes.
Observe Merakey policies on prescription renewals, telephone and electronic scripts, etc.
Work closely with the treatment team, including therapists, peer specialists, psychiatric rehabilitation specialists, care navigators, nurses, and case managers, to develop integrated treatment plans for patients.
Participate in interdisciplinary meetings to discuss patient progress and develop comprehensive care strategies.
Document at least one contact with consumers’ PCP (e.g., at annual intervals, PRN).
Conduct regular case conferences on applicable patients.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation using the BHUCC's electronic health records system.
Ensure compliance with documentation standards and regulatory requirements.
Provide patients and their families with information about prescribed medications, potential side effects, and expected outcomes.
Obtain informed consent for treatment, explaining risks, benefits, and alternatives.
Participate in peer reviews and quality improvement activities to enhance the delivery of psychiatric care.
Stay informed about current research and developments in psychiatric treatment modalities.
Collaborate with external mental health providers and agencies to facilitate coordinated care.