Psychiatrist (MD/DO)

One Community Health•Sacramento, CA

2d•$296,596 - $401,277•Onsite

About The Position

A Psychiatrist provides quality medical services to One Community Health patients and ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies related to medical practice, clinic operations, and licensing. The position is based at the Midtown location in Sacramento, California. The Psychiatrist conducts psychiatric intakes and diagnostic evaluations, develops individualized treatment plans, prescribes appropriate medications, and provides continuity of care to a patient panel by reassessing and modifying diagnoses and treatment plans as appropriate. The role serves a diverse patient population and includes patients with complex medical needs, histories of trauma, and comorbid substance use disorders. The Psychiatrist collaborates with primary care providers and other clinical professionals, and uses telemedicine for video visits when appropriate. The role also requires accurate and timely documentation for patient care and billing, participation in quality improvement and clinic operations, compliance with clinical standards and policies, and communication with Medical Leadership about compliance or operational issues. The Psychiatrist works in a team-based practice with psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and other staff, and may contribute to the development of clinical services and participate in meetings, work groups, and committees. The role includes mandated reporting of suspected abuse as specified in applicable California law.

Requirements

Be fully licensed to practice in California.
Be board certified or board eligible in Psychiatry.
Possess a DEA certificate.
Hold a current BLS/CPR certificate.
Keep required licenses current, valid, and in good standing.
Have experience managing patients with complex medical needs and collaborate with primary care providers.
Be comfortable working with patients with a history of trauma and comorbid substance use disorders.
Be comfortable prescribing regulated medications, including benzodiazepines and stimulants, when clinically indicated.

Nice To Haves

Several years of FQHC or community health center practice experience.
Ability to collaborate effectively across a broad spectrum of backgrounds and perspectives; inclusive thinking and interpersonal awareness.
A demonstrated person-centered approach and familiarity with trauma-informed systems and restorative practices.

Responsibilities

Conduct psychiatric intakes and diagnostic evaluations, develop treatment plans, and prescribe appropriate psychiatric medications.
Provide continuity of care for a patient panel and reassess or modify diagnoses and treatment plans as appropriate.
Provide compassionate, patient-centered care to a diverse patient population.
Manage patients with complex medical needs and collaborate with their primary care providers.
Use telemedicine services effectively for video visits.
Work effectively in a team-based practice with psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners.
Complete accurate and timely documentation necessary for patient care and billing.
Assure quality medical care is delivered to patients.
Collaborate with physicians, psychologists, social workers, psychiatric nurses, and other professionals on treatment plans and patient progress.
Design individualized care plans using a variety of treatments.
Prescribe regulated medications, including benzodiazepines and stimulants, when clinically indicated.
Understand and maintain Quality Improvement Program indicators as directed by Medical Leadership.
Follow the Standards of Care and Medical Clinic policies.
Follow clinic policies for patient follow-up and medical specialty referrals.
Ensure medical operations comply with applicable state and local laws, regulations, and policies.
Monitor compliance systems as necessary, communicate compliance issues to Medical Leadership promptly, and follow corrective strategies.
Follow provider scheduling, schedule-change, and template-development policies, coordinate with the Practice Manager, and promptly communicate related problems to Medical Leadership.
Assist medical and general staff with developing and designing clinical services appropriate to patient needs.
Attend appropriate meetings as directed by Medical Leadership.
Participate in work groups, teams, task forces, and committees that support clinic functions.
Foster communication and coordination within the clinic and with outside agencies by establishing professional working relationships.
Report suspected child, adult, elder, and dependent adult abuse as required by applicable law.
Perform other duties as assigned.