Adult Psychiatrist

Adult Psychiatrist - Job Overview

Join the forefront of revolutionizing mental healthcare at Legacy Community Health. As a Psychiatrist, you will be the architect of transformative change, providing comprehensive psychiatric services that elevate the mental health and overall quality of life for our FQHC clients.

Role Highlights: Drive impactful change with cutting-edge psychiatric treatments

Work Environment Benefits: Engage in a digitally forward workplace with agile methodologies

Impact and Growth Opportunities: Pave the way for groundbreaking community mental health improvements

Team Collaboration: Collaborate with a dynamic, innovative team dedicated to disrupting the status quo

Mission-driven Elements: Contribute to our vision of a future where mental wellness is universally accessible

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments and deliver cutting-edge psychiatric treatments to clinic clients
• Maintain a digitally integrated schedule, actively consulting with patients to maximize service efficiency
• Exceed productivity benchmarks set by the Chief Medical Officer and Director of Behavioral Health through agile practices
• Develop and standardize innovative clinical diagnostic and treatment protocols for psychiatric care
• Provide remote consultation during and beyond regular clinic hours as part of a seamless patient support network
• Lead the evolution of patient educational materials, ensuring they meet the highest standards of clarity and effectiveness
• Mentor future healthcare pioneers by supervising students in clinical settings
• Champion a robust clinical quality assurance program to ensure excellence in service delivery
• Guide and support non-physician providers, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and collaboration
• Innovate health and illness prevention strategies, including family planning and preventive services
• Engage in strategic meetings to drive performance improvement and service optimization
• Contribute to the Performance Improvement Program with data-driven insights
• Fulfill additional duties that align with the ever-evolving goals of Legacy Community Health

Minimum Qualifications

• Medical Doctor with Board certification (or Board-eligibility) in Psychiatry, holding a current Texas License
• Committed to upholding the Code of Ethics as mandated by professional licensing entities
• Dedicated to lifelong learning through completing required continuing education for license maintenance
• Maintain exemplary standing with professional licensing boards
• Active participation in Medicare, Medicaid, workers compensation, and other federal/state reimbursement programs

About Legacy Community Health

As the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Southeast Texas, Legacy Community Health has been delivering comprehensive, high-quality, and affordable health care for nearly 40 years. With more than 50 clinics across the Greater Houston and Gulf Coast region, we continue to grow strategically and invest in our communities. By innovating how care is delivered, we've stayed at the forefront of connecting our communities to healthevery day, in every way. At Legacy, we know our success is powered by our people. We're always looking for talented, passionate individuals who want more than a jobthey want a meaningful career that makes a real impact. Explore our open positions and see if a career at Legacy is right for you.

At Legacy Community Health, our missionDriving healthy change in our communitiesguides everything we do. To fulfill this mission, every team member is expected to embody the following core attributes in their daily work, regardless of role or department:

Approachable & Collaborative

We bring our expertise without ego. In a collaborative healthcare environment, humility fosters trust and teamwork. Our employees value diverse perspectives, seek input from others, and are unafraid to acknowledge when they need help. We stay grounded in our purpose: to serve patients and communities with compassion and humility.

Driven & Committed

We are driven by a deep commitment to excellence in patient care and organizational improvement. Our employees take initiative, embrace challenges, and go the extra mile to support our mission. Whether improving patient outcomes, streamlining processes, or stepping up in times of need, we are always striving to drive healthy changewithin ourselves, our teams, and the communities we serve.

Perceptive & Thoughtful Communicators

We value emotional intelligence as much as clinical or technical skill. Our team members demonstrate sound judgment, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to navigate complex situations with empathy and professionalism. They communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and colleagues, building trust and fostering a safe, inclusive environment for all.