Psychiatrist Board Eligible/Psychiatrist Board Certified

Psychiatrist Board Eligible/Psychiatrist Board Certified

The County of Yolo and Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) is recruiting to fill one (1) position in the class of Psychiatrist Board Eligible/Psychiatrist Board Certified. The full-time psychiatrist will join our dedicated behavioral health team in Yolo County, where professional fulfillment aligns with an exceptional work-life balance. This position offers the opportunity to serve a diverse community through collaborative, patient-centered care, supported by a multidisciplinary team and strong administrative infrastructure. With flexible scheduling, manageable caseloads, and a focus on physician well-being, this role ensures ample time for both professional growth and personal life. Located in close proximity to the UC Davis Medical School, the position also provides opportunities for academic collaboration, teaching, and ongoing professional development within one of California's most respected academic institutions. Verification of a valid Physician's and Surgeon's Certificate issued by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California must be submitted at the time of submitting an application. This is a continuous recruitment and will remain open until the position is filled. The level of hire will be determined on incumbent's qualifications.

Psychiatrist Board Eligible: $122.11-$148.43/hourly $21,165-$25,727/monthly $253,988-$308,734/annually

Psychiatrist Board Certified: $137.00-$166.53/hourly $23,746-$28,865/monthly $284,960-$346,382/annually

Under direction, performs psychiatric evaluations of patients and develops and implements treatment plans; provides consultation services to staff, departments, schools, community organizations, courts, and other agencies.

This is the entry level of the Psychiatrist series. Incumbents must be eligible to be certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology at the time of appointment to this class.

The following duties are typical of those performed by the incumbent in this classification; however, other duties may also be required.

• Conducts examinations to assess patient's social, emotional, and physical condition;
• Conducts psychiatric evaluations of patients;
• Develops and implements appropriate ongoing treatment;
• Prescribes and dispenses medication;
• Applies individual and group treatment techniques in order to effect positive behavior change;
• Coordinates patient use of multi-human service resources such as medical, welfare, school, probation, public health, or conservatorship services;
• Interprets and explains to patients and relatives the social and emotional factors or mental disorders;
• Prepares case history summaries and determines that all significant aspects of cases have been considered.

Possession of a valid Physician's and Surgeon's Certificate issued by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California, and eligibility to be certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

Possession of a valid Physician's and Surgeon's Certificate issued by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California, and certification by the American Board of Psychiatry. Some positions in this classification may require incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California driver's license, Class C or higher, to carry out job related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical or mental disability may request a reasonable accommodation.

Knowledge of: principles, practices and medications involved in diagnosing and treating mental illness; mental health laws; current developments in the field of psychiatry; clinic organization and procedure; principles and practices of modern medicine; cultural, social, and emotional factors affecting human behavior; multi-human services available in the community.

Ability to: provide effective treatment of mentally ill patients; analyze situations accurately and take effective action; prepare clear and concise reports; establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, patients, and other contacted in the course of work.