PSYCHIATRIST - (On-Call)

2001 The Alameda 2001 The Alameda Avenue San Jose, CA 95126, USA Responsibilities Perform comprehensive psychiatric assessments and evaluations of new referrals and established clients and make determinations of needed psychiatric treatment. Assess the need for medications; prescribe and monitor medications, as appropriate, and provide education to the client about the medications. Provide psychiatric care aimed at client goals and objectives. Participate as an active member of the multi-disciplinary team at assigned program(s). Consult with other physicians, treatment team members or support staff, both internally and externally. Consult with appropriate professional staff on unusual, complex, or critical cases. Interface directly with clients and provide counseling, particularly during times of conflict and crisis intervention. Qualifications M.D. degree and at least two years’ medical residency experience, including six months’ psychiatric outpatient experience. (If not currently enrolled in an accredited residency program, applicant must meet Board Eligibility Criteria for the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.) (E) Valid DEA certificate and current license to practice medicine in California with no disciplinary actions, as specified by MediCal/Medicare. Knowledge of medications, medication contraindications, and medication education; (E) Clinical techniques for assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of people with mental illness; problem resolution and conflict resolution techniques; (E) Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Momentum