PSYCHIATRIST

UHS•Norfolk, VA

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health invites applications for a Psychiatrist to provide psychiatric treatment in collaboration with the clinic clinical treatment team. The role identifies clients’ treatment needs, conducts medication assessments and adjustments, and performs utilization review as needed. The Psychiatrist is responsible for assessments, treatment planning, psychopharmacological treatment, and collaboration with providers to ensure quality medical and psychiatric care for patients. Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health is located in Norfolk, Virginia, and provides acute, residential, and Partial Hospitalization treatment for children and teens with behavioral and/or mental health concerns. The facility is an 82-bed hospital accredited by The Joint Commission and licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia and the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services. It was founded in 1986.

Requirements

M.D. or O.D. degree.
Board Eligible or Board Certified Psychiatrist.
Three years of professional experience.
Current CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic evaluations on clients.
Demonstrate competency in providing services to assigned patients.
Participate in treatment planning, implementation, and monitoring.
Provide consultation and resolve emergency situations.
Gather information from patients to support effective and appropriate care plans.
Monitor medication management, including prescribing.
Document patient information in the medical record in a timely manner.
Participate in employee staff development by providing relevant in-services.
Prioritize work assignments and manage time with minimal supervision.
Communicate effectively with professionals and clients or families.
Make sound decisions in emergency situations or when working with unpredictable or violent clients.
Make accurate assessments and provide appropriate treatment.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the agency, community, and referral sources.
Work closely with the Clinical Nurse Specialist or Nurse Practitioner to ensure proper medication management.
Comply with Utilization Review guidelines mandated by DPH.
Submit complete, accurate, and timely billing information.
Set up a schedule with the clinic and visit consistently and promptly.
Consult and advise clinical staff and the Clinical Manager regarding medication management.