Psychiatrist

ROANOKE CHOWAN COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER•Ahoskie, NC

7d•$285,000 - $355,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Psychiatrist provides continuous, comprehensive, and patient-centered psychiatric services for the promotion of optimal mental health, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of psychiatric disorders. This role includes full psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, medication management, and coordination of care for patients across the lifespan. The Psychiatrist works collaboratively with primary care providers, behavioral health clinicians, and community partners to deliver integrated care consistent with the Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model. The Psychiatrist serves as a clinical leader within the behavioral health program and models behaviors consistent with the mission, values, and Code of Conduct of Roanoke Chowan Community Health Center (RCCHC).

Requirements

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment
Strong clinical judgment, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Commitment to community health, health equity, and serving underserved populations
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and professional boundaries
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
Completion of an accredited residency in Psychiatry
Current, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of North Carolina
Board eligible or board certified in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN)
Current DEA registration eligible for North Carolina
Eligible for Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) coverage
Comprehensive psychiatric assessment and diagnostic formulation
Psychopharmacologic management across the lifespan
Risk assessment, crisis intervention, and emergency psychiatric care
Supervision and consultation with advanced practice providers and behavioral health staff
Quality improvement and population health management
Ability to manage a panel of psychiatric patients using registries and evidence-based practices
Ability to evaluate clinical outcomes and participate in continuous quality improvement
Ability to remain calm and effective in high-acuity or emergency situations
Ability to use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and organizational software systems
Not subject to any other restraints which would impair or encumber the ability or authority to perform the duties described in this document
Not currently a party to any claim or lawsuit involving prior medical practice and knows of no facts that would cause one to believe any claim or lawsuit would be filed
Has not been excluded from participation in any federal health care program, as defined under 42 U.S.C. 1320a-7b (f), for the provision of items or services for which payment may be made under such federal health care programs. No final adverse action, as such term is defined under 42 U.S.C. 1320a-7e (g), has occurred or is pending or threatened.

Nice To Haves

Prior clinical experience in outpatient psychiatric care preferred
Experience in Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), integrated care models, or underserved settings preferred but not required
Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) regulations, including Section 330 of the Public Health Service Act
340B Drug Pricing Program
Integrated behavioral health and collaborative care models
Electronic Health Records (Epic preferred)

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and treatment planning
Diagnose and treat mental health and substance use disorders using evidence-based practices
Prescribe, monitor, and manage psychotropic medications in accordance with clinical guidelines
Provide consultation to primary care and behavioral health providers regarding psychiatric conditions and treatment plans
Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to ensure coordinated and integrated patient care
Order, interpret, and act upon laboratory tests and diagnostic studies as clinically indicated
Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, medications, risks, benefits, and treatment alternatives
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation in the electronic health record
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, peer review, and clinical committees as assigned
Respond appropriately to psychiatric emergencies, including assessment for hospitalization and referral for inpatient care
Participate in community outreach, education programs, and health fairs as requested
Attend medical staff meetings and participate in continuing medical education (CME) activities
Perform other duties as assigned, consistent with the scope of psychiatric practice
Practice medicine in accordance with ethical standards and the regulations of the North Carolina Medical Board
Comply with RCCHC policies, procedures, Code of Conduct, and compliance program requirements
Complete all credentialing, privileging, and onboarding requirements in a timely manner
Maintain required licensure, board status, and DEA registration
Meet full-time or part-time clinical hours as designated by contract, agreement, signed offer letter, or addenda thereof
Complete clinical documentation within 48 hours unless otherwise directed
Participate in at least one RCCHC community service committee or quality improvement initiative each quarter
Cooperate with operational and performance improvement initiatives
Provide care to all patients accepted for services at RCCHC in accordance with organizational protocols
Provide 90 days’ written notice of resignation