Staff Psychiatrist Inpatient

Mass General Brigham • Belmont, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides comprehensive diagnostic evaluation; develops and implements individualized treatment plan comprising pharmacological management and psychosocial interventions; leads an interdisciplinary team in an acute care (inpatient) setting. There are opportunities for medical student and resident supervision.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine Medicine required or Doctorate Related Field of Study required
• Formal Residency education in a program approved by the RRC of the ACGME 3-5 years required
• Experience in diagnosis, psychotherapy, psychopharmacology and other somatic therapies, the formulation of treatment plans and the conduct of patient-specific treatment programs. (May be obtained during residency education)
• All employees must possess basic computer skills to use a variety of electronic or online systems for communication, clinical and administrative purposes.
• Required to complete electronic medical records training and demonstrate 80% accuracy on competency test within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical services including pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy.
• Communicates with other providers of mental health and medical services as appropriate.
• Maintains contact with family members as appropriate.
• Documents in the record by the completion of treatment plans, patient encounter forms, appropriate progress notes, clinical summaries and other documentation in accordance with hospital policies.
• Provides interface with payers and managed care organizations through the completion of timely and effective reviews and necessary authorizations.
• Participates in program and hospital administrative activities (e.g., staff meetings, CQI, hospital committees, etc.).
• Maintains awareness of medicolegal/risk management issues.
• Participates in the hospital teaching and research efforts.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree