Psychiatrist
UHC Solutions•Austin, TX
•Hybrid
About The Position
Join a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) dedicated to providing high-quality health care to patients in Central Texas. The organization proudly serves underserved populations, offering a healthcare home to those in need. They are seeking individuals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and contributing to the health and well-being of the community.
Requirements
- Current Texas medical license (or scheduled Medical Jurisprudence exam)
- Board eligibility in Psychiatry (ABPN); certification required within 3 years
- Current DPS and DEA certificates (or in process)
- Expert knowledge of DSM-5-TR
- Experience with trauma-informed care and integrated behavioral healthcare
- Proficiency with EHR systems and telemedicine platforms
Nice To Haves
- Commitment to expanding mental healthcare access
- Strong clinical communication and care planning skills
- Cultural humility and dedication to diversity and inclusion
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with healthcare teams
- Experience coordinating with community partners and emergency services
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for patients through both in-person and virtual appointments, managing medication and monitoring patient progress
- Maintain detailed and timely documentation of all patient encounters in the electronic health record system, including treatment plans, medication changes, and follow-up recommendations
- Collaborate with primary care providers, therapists, and other healthcare team members to provide integrated care and ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Supervise and mentor mental health interns and medical students while contributing to their educational development through clinical teaching opportunities
- Respond promptly to patient messages, prescription refill requests, and clinical questions within established timeframes to ensure continuity of care
- Participate in after-hours on-call rotation 1-2 times per year, providing emergency psychiatric consultation and crisis management as needed
- Engage in regular case conferences and team meetings to discuss complex cases and contribute to quality improvement initiatives
- Build and maintain relationships with community partners and emergency services to facilitate appropriate care transitions when patients require different levels of treatment
Benefits
- Remote work options through your own virtual patient panel
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan
- 15 vacation days (increasing with tenure)
- 3 personal days
- 6 sick days
- 7 holidays annually
- Annual continuing education stipend
- 5 paid days for professional development
- Reimbursement of licensing fees
- Reimbursement of professional membership dues after establishing your practice
- Opportunities for faculty appointment at Texas A&M School of Medicine
- Access to federal and state loan repayment programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
