Psychiatry Resident - This posting is open exclusively to current AL DOC incumbent employees.

NaphCare • Montgomery, AL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a Psychiatry Resident to join our team of medical professionals in the Kilby Correctional Facility in Montgomery, Alabama. As a Correctional Psychiatry Resident, you will oversee clinical responsibility for the mental health programs within the facility, while working alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex mental health needs.

Requirements

• Must hold a current unrestricted license as a Psychiatrist in the state.
• A current DEA registration in the state.
• Be able to obtain BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred).
• Be certified in a Board recognized by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN).
• Must possess strong written communication and verbal skills and have strong computer skills.
• Experience with underserved and marginalized populations, including those with mental health and substance use disorders.
• Strong communication skills and ability to communicate with diverse individuals, including other medical professionals, correctional staff and judges.
• Ability to interpret and analyze data to create treatment plans.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.
• Display integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnosing mental health conditions to facility residents that protects the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population.
• Providing medication management, therapy, and other evidence-based treatment plans to address mental health needs.
• Oversee the completion of mental health screenings and evaluations performed by others.
• Responding to acute mental health crises within the facility.
• Supporting the rehabilitation of patients and facilitating their successful transition back into the community.
• Coordinate, lead and participate in educational training activities related to mental health care.
• Ensuring compliance with State and Federal mandates and regulations, including court mandates and standards.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including correctional staff, psychologists, social workers and other medical professionals to develop and implement treatment plans and ensuring staff are responsive to patients’ needs.

Benefits

• Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one!
• Lowest Cost Benefits!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees