PSYCHIATRIST

UHS•Tucson, AZ

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Palo Verde Behavioral Health (PVBH) is a 84-bed private psychiatric facility providing inpatient and intensive outpatient psychiatric services through treatment programs tailored to our patients' needs for the purpose of creating positive outcomes. PVBH will build on the excellent skills of our current Psychiatrists, licensed registered nurses, clinical social workers, and licensed professional counselors to support these programs. The mission of Palo Verde Behavioral Health is to provide the highest quality of psychiatric patient care through treatment programs focused on improving the lives of our patients and ensuring their experience during their stay supports their road to recovery. The vision of Palo Verde Behavioral Health is to be recognized as the premier regional provider of innovative, compassionate behavioral health services, which enhance the health of our community. We will exceed the expectations of those served, maintain the highest standards, and promote a rewarding work environment. The Psychiatrist is responsible to oversee the quality of care delivered to his/her patients. Assess clinical appropriateness for admission and collaborate with Intake / Admissions regarding potential admissions. Perform psychiatric assessments for individuals under his/her care. Complete documentation necessary to address patients hospitalized under civil commitment statutes. Provide individual therapy, family therapy and/or medication management as needed for patients under his/her care. Appropriately request consultations when indicated and provide psychiatric consultations when requested.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited medical school
Completed residency in Psychiatry
Licensed as a Medical Doctor (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.)
Must maintain active status with medical staff
Maintain current professional license
Where applicable, maintain current liability insurance
Current Level One Arizona Fingerprint Card or Arizona Fingerprint application in progress.
Current Healthcare Provider CPR certification.
Obtain Handle with Care Certification within 30 days of hire date.

Nice To Haves

Board Certification Preferred
Prior experience in a hospital based psychiatric practice and outpatient psychiatric practice preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee the quality of care delivered to his/her patients.
Assess clinical appropriateness for admission and collaborate with Intake / Admissions regarding potential admissions.
Perform psychiatric assessments for individuals under his/her care.
Complete documentation necessary to address patients hospitalized under civil commitment statutes.
Provide individual therapy, family therapy and/or medication management as needed for patients under his/her care.
Appropriately request consultations when indicated and provide psychiatric consultations when requested.
Coordinate care with referral sources and other involved professionals.
Maintain regular communication with family members as appropriate.
Return phone calls to professionals and family in a timely manner.
Encourage patients to participate fully in all aspects of the treatment program.
Educate all patients, whenever possible, about ways to facilitate recovery.
Follow safety practices as outlined in Palo Verde Behavioral Health policies and procedures.
Follow the protocol and guidelines of the inpatient phase program and other formal treatment programs.
Help patients benefit from their insurance by timely completion of all paperwork, returning phone calls, and actively participating in utilization management.
Complete assessments and reports within specified time lines.
Chart each relevant contact related to the patient on day of contact.
Chart entries should record the patient’s response to treatment, current mental status, progress in the program, and need for continued treatment if appropriate.
Chart to specific treatment plan goals according to Palo Verde Behavioral Health guidelines.
Ensure the treatment plan is completed and on the chart within the specified time frame.
Complete a group therapy note for all patients in group therapy within specified time lines.