Clinical Psychiatrist

Job Title: M.D. Psychiatrist

The Wyoming State Hospital is seeking an M.D. Psychiatrist to provide compassionate, patient-centered psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment. This role plays a vital part in delivering high-quality mental health care to individuals receiving services at the Wyoming State Hospital. Located in the beautiful Rocky Mountains, Evanston offers small-town charm with big-time adventure nearby. Just 45 minutes from the world-famous ski slopes of Park City, Utah, Evanston provides easy access to exceptional outdoor recreation, including hiking, camping, fishing, biking, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing.

The Wyoming Department of Health offers an excellent benefits package, including:

• Medical/dental/vision/life insurance.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• State retirement plan and deferred compensation.
• Longevity pay.

Human Resource Contact: Brenda Hales / View phone number on click.appcast.io / View email address on click.appcast.io

Essential functions include:

• Performs admission and diagnostic evaluations to assess the mental status of patients admitted to the Wyoming State Hospital to determine appropriate care.
• Provides ongoing assessments and treatment to determine the progress of each patient's treatment.
• Leads treatment teams regarding the care, needs, and progress of patients.
• Maintains appropriate paperwork required for patient care.
• Maintains an active role in updating treatment plans.
• Administers medical evaluations, medications, and provides psychiatric counseling for mental health issues.
• Reviews and monitors physical symptoms.
• Orders and interprets labs.
• Responsible for discharge planning.
• Coordinates with other disciplines, including primary care staff and external healthcare providers.
• Direct workflow of interdisciplinary teams.
• Trains and educates student nurses, psychology trainees, and staff from other disciplines.
• Leads therapeutic groups for patients.
• Responds to code blues and other emergencies.
• Serves as front-line management for safety calls and interventions.
• Follows hospital and state policy for the use of involuntary treatment.
• Participates in calls with guardians and family members in accordance with policy.
• Performs appropriate collateral medical duties as assigned by the Medical Director.

Preferences and agency requirements include:

• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
• Board certified (or eligible) in Psychiatry and eligible for licensure to practice medicine in Wyoming.

Necessary special requirements include:

• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there will be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, etc.

The Wyoming State Hospital uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Employees of this facility will be expected to follow all rules and requirements established by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding COVID-19.

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job — it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life. Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits – including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options – including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules – vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility – for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development – to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program – Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program – Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

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