Psychiatrist - Adult (70-70)

Psychiatrist Position at La Clinica de Familia

La Clinica de Familia (LCDF) is a FQHC with several locations in Southern New Mexico. For over 40 years, we have provided services to the residents of Southern New Mexico. Our mission statement definitely speaks to what La Clinica de Familia stands for, which is to empower and enrich families, individuals, and communities by providing quality medical, dental, behavioral health and educational service for people of all cultures.

Job Summary:

Provides direct psychiatric care, delivery of quality service and positive interaction with patient. Is responsible for establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships with patients, visitors, and LCDF employees in a courteous, respectful, and professional manner. Provides direct supervision to psychiatrists. Provide clinical supervision and oversight to Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners as well as residents.

Core Competencies:

• Experience in serving underserved populations and rural areas
• Administrative experience
• Experience in community health
• Must maintain high level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• High attention to detail with high degree of organization.
• Excellent communication skills; verbal and written.
• Excellent time management skills with ability to meet deadlines

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with/without reasonable accommodation.
• May be exposed to infectious or contagious diseases
• Exposure to unpleasant elements (accidents, injuries and illnesses)
• May be exposed to risk of Blood Borne diseases Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching.
• Occasional pressure due to deadlines and working with the public

Education/Training:

• Graduated from an accredited medical school.
• Active NM MD license
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Psychiatry.
• Current DEA and CSR

Additional Requirements:

• Must maintain a clean driving record, valid driver's license, and current car insurance.
• Must submit to LCDF required background check, TB screen and drug testing