ACT Psychiatrist (MD)

Job Description

Job Description

About Us

Since 2003, we've been assisting children, families and adults across North Carolina with their behavioral health needs. Carolina Outreach is a group of highly trained behavioral health professionals dedicated to promoting the emotional and physical well-being of our community in a safe and respectful environment.
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We provide a comprehensive and integrative array of behavioral health services and supports for people of all ages with varying levels of need utilizing an equitable and inclusive approach.
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We focus on helping our clients tap into and develop their inherent strengths with the goal of supporting the highest quality of life possible for all we serve.

About the Role

We are seeking a Psychiatrist to provide clinical services to all clients receiving ACT team services including but not limited to; medication prescription, administration, monitoring, and documentation; directing psychopharmacological and medical services; service coordination, including working with the ACT team to monitor each individual's clinical status and response to treatment; crisis assessment and intervention; symptom assessment and management; individual counseling and psychotherapy; substance use treatment; work-related services; activities of daily living services; social, interpersonal relationship and leisure-time activity services; support services or direct assistance to ensure that individuals obtain the basic necessities of daily life; and education, support, and consultation to individuals' families and other major supports.

Essential Duties:

• Overall supervision of all medical/clinical aspects of the services delivered.
• Identifying appropriate evidence-based or emerging best practices therapies to be employed by staff in delivering services.
• Consulting with primary healthcare providers/other providers on the clinical aspects of the clients being served and the implications for those clients' physical healthcare needs.
• Supervision of all other medical staff on the ACT team.
• Be available to respond as needed to ACT team members and collateral medical staff of other providers 24/7/365.

This description outlines the general scope and level of work for this role. It is not intended to include every duty or responsibility that may be required of employees in this position.

Compensation

This role is compensated on a salaried basis, providing consistent earnings aligned with the responsibilities and expectations of the position.

• Compensation: $295,618 - $379,601

Placement within the range is based on licensure level, education, and experience.

What You Can Expect

• Provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management for individuals in the ACT program.
• Work with the ACT team to develop and support treatment plans.
• Provide clinical oversight and guidance to psychiatric staff.
• Support individuals in achieving recovery goals and maintaining community stability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric assessments and manage medications.
• Participate in team meetings and treatment planning.
• Provide clinical supervision and support to NPs/PAs and team members.
• Collaborate with nursing and ACT staff to coordinate comprehensive care.

Education: Medical Doctor

Licensure/Experience: Must be a licensed psychiatrist or physician, experience with the population served is required.

 

Why Join Us

We are focused on creating a model where clinicians are supported, not overloaded. You'll have the flexibility to shape your schedule, the support to maintain a steady caseload, and the opportunity to grow within a stable, mission-driven organization.

Beyond the engaging work, you'll also benefit from our competitive benefits package to support you and your loved ones, provide work/life balance, and invest in your future. The list below is for informational purposes only.

• Consumer-driven health plan coverage provided by Anthem
• Wellness: When you enroll in a medical plan, you get complete care support on your time through Sydney app (Anthem), with exclusive access to 24/7 access to licensed doctors, therapists, and psychiatrists.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flex Spending Account (FSA)
• Two dental plan options available through Delta Dental, so you can choose the level of coverage that fits your needs and budget.
• Affordable vision plan available through EyeMed to keep your eyes healthy and your vision sharp.
• An optional Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account to reimburse yourself on a pre-tax basis for childcare.
• Generous paid time off
• 401k or Roth IRA Retirement Programs administered by Empower
• Financial planning and education services at no cost to you
• Voluntary supplemental benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability)
• Educational Assistance (your position, date of hire and years of service determine your eligibility)
• Licensure Residency Program for Full-time Clinical Staff
• Advancement and Career Development Opportunities

Legal Notice:

We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment is at-will and contingent upon successful completion of background checks and credential verification. We participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility in the United States. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Must be authorized to work in the United States. Compensation varies based on licensure, experience, and caseload. ncgCARE and all partner affiliates maintain a drug-free workplace.