Physician (Hourly Paid) - Savannah, GA

About the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) is the state agency that focuses solely on policies, programs, and services for people with mental health challenges, substance use disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, or any combination of these. As Georgia’s public safety net, DBHDD operates six field offices and five hospitals throughout the state within three program areas: behavioral health, developmental disabilities, and hospital services. The main office for DBHDD is in downtown Atlanta. Job Title: Physician – Admissions – Hourly (Part-Time) – GRHS Job Summary Under general supervision, provides comprehensive medical services by examining patients, diagnosing conditions, and providing treatments. Directs nurses, aides and others in the care and treatment of patients. Supervises staff including physician assistants and nurse practitioners. Refers patients to medical specialists or other practitioners when necessary. Responsibilities Advises patients on health care including health promotion, disease, illness and accident prevention. Coordinates work with nurses, social workers, rehabilitation therapists, pharmacists, psychologists and other health care providers. Directs and coordinates activities of nurses, students, assistants, specialists, therapists, and other medical staff. Examines patients and takes their histories, orders laboratory tests, X‑rays and other diagnostic procedures and consults with other medical practitioners to evaluate patients’ physical and mental health. Prescribes or administers treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury. In the EMR system, completes all orders and documents all evaluations, notes treatment, and plans within prescribed time frames and according to established guidelines. Consults with referring M.D. as needed. Provides emergency medical care. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Medical degree recognized by the Georgia Composite Medical Board (GCMB) and licensure or license‑eligible to practice medicine at a state institution or in the state of Georgia as provided by state law. Physician must be Board Eligible. This position requires the successful candidate to have a license to practice medicine in the State of Georgia. Preferred Qualifications Certification by the American Board of Internal Medicine or Family Medicine. Experience in treating persons with serious and persistent medical illnesses, and in providing care as leader and member of an interdisciplinary treatment team. Experience working with consumers in adult mental health, addictive disease, and forensic psychiatry. Employment Requirements To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals, and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia. Required evaluations and vaccinations may include drug screening and TB evaluation. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations. This hourly position’s work hours are Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. (approximately 29 hours per week). The individual will be working with and supervising the most qualified and independent extenders. Background check: For this type of employment, state law requires a national and state background check as a condition of employment. Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of DBHDD to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Additional Information Advertised Salary: $154.00 Posting End Date: Jul 29, 2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr