Inpatient Psychiatrist (78578)

Inpatient Psychiatrist

FL, Crawfordville - Wakulla Correctional Institution Annex - Crawfordville, FL 32327

Overview

Position Type: Full-Time Job Shift: Day Education Level: Doctoral Degree Travel Percentage: None Category: Psychiatrist & Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Description

INPATIENT PSYCHIATRIST near TALLAHASSEE

We are seeking a full-time Director of Inpatient Psychiatric Services to join our team at Wakulla Continuum of Care Unit located in Crawfordville, Florida, just 15 miles Southeast of Tallahassee. As Florida's capital city and home to Florida State University, Tallahassee boasts an abundance of dining, shopping, cultural and sporting opportunities as well as ample opportunities for outdoor recreation and easy access to Florida's famous beaches and state parks.

NHSC Loan Repayment is available for qualified full-time candidates!

Lead inpatient psychiatric services while supervising a multidisciplinary team composed of Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners and Mental Health Professionals in a provider friendly environment where clinical care is prioritized. This is one of the most diverse and innovative male institutions in the US. Provide inpatient or outpatient services within this state-of-the-art male correctional institution. Utilize some of the most innovative programing and use of specialized Residential Mental Health Units to assist those with serious mental illness.

The Psychiatrist provides psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for patients, works under the supervision of the Psychiatric Medical Director, and provides clinical leadership for a multi-disciplinary team in providing behavioral health services to patients with psychiatric disorders or other mental health issues.

Qualifications

• Documentation of education as MD or DO and completion of accredited residency program required
• Current license to practice medicine as a psychiatrist in Florida required
• Board Certification in Psychiatry
• Must have an active Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration certificate
• Must maintain current tuberculosis documentation and active CPR certification
• Must be able to pass background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicable
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience practicing as psychiatrist in a clinical setting preferred
• Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience in a clinical setting
• Experience in correctional mental health care or locked unit preferred

Available Shift

• Monday-Friday
• Day Shift
• All full-time Psychiatrists participate in rotational on-call approximately every 6 to 8 weeks. The on-call lasts for 7 days / 24 hours per day and is compensated above and beyond the guaranteed annual compensation.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including: Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance 401(k) with company match Company paid malpractice insurance Generous paid time off Paid holidays Flexible Spending Account Continuing Education benefits Much more...

Advantages of Working in Correctional Healthcare

• Ability to spend time with your patients. No more cancellations or "no shows"
• Salary is consistent and is not based on patient volume
• Freedom from complex, restrictive managed care policies and reimbursement hassles
• Time to initiate change, track progress and conduct better follow-up
• Ability to work with a clinically rich and diverse patient population
• Providers are not required to sign employment contracts or non-compete agreements

Centurion Health contracts with state and local governments nationwide to provide comprehensive healthcare services to correctional facilities, state hospitals, and other community settings. Our dedication to making a difference and our passionate team of the best and the brightest healthcare employees has made us one of the leaders of the correctional health industry. Whether you are driven by purpose and impact or on a journey of professional growth, our opportunities can offer both.