Physician / Psychiatry / North Carolina / Locum Tenens / Psychiatrist Job

The North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections, Comprehensive Health Division, is responsible for providing necessary medical, dental and mental health care to a population of 30,000 offenders housed in 55 facilities across the state.
Job Quick Facts
Ref#: BD-898-02
Profession: Physician (MD)
Specialty: Psychiatry
Job Type: Contract
Location: Raleigh, NC
Coverage Type: Onsite
Service Setting: Inpatient
Facility Type: Correctional
Shift Schedule: This position is needed for 3- 5 days a week. Monday - Friday. (8:30am - 5pm). No Calls.

Requirements
MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
Board-certified or board-eligible in Psychiatry.
Completed an ACGME approved training program in psychiatry
DEA certification
BLS/ACLS certification
Prior experience in correctional, forensic, or inpatient psychiatric settings

Responsibilities
Assess and screen patients by conducting psychiatric evaluations.
Develop treatment plans and prescribe medication.
Monitor patients to determine efficacy and potential side effects of medications.
Provide crisis intervention as needed.
Complete all necessary clincial documentation in an accurate and timely manner
Accept obligations of scheduled assignments and perform all other duties as requested by the facility.