Psychiatrist

At CoreCivic, we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Psychiatrist who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting.

The Psychiatrist is responsible for providing comprehensive psychiatry services to incarcerated individuals within a correctional facility. This includes assessing, diagnosing, and treating psychiatric disorders and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the delivery of quality healthcare services within a medical home model.

The successful applicant should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements.

Psychiatric Assessment and Diagnosis:

• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and assessments of incarcerated individuals to determine the presence and severity of mental health disorders.

• Diagnose and classify mental illnesses according to established diagnostic criteria (e.g., DSM-5).

• Assess and evaluate suicide risk, self-harm, and dangerous behaviors among incarcerated individuals.

• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and correctional staff to gather relevant information for accurate diagnoses.

Treatment Planning and Implementation:

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for incarcerated individuals with psychiatric disorders.

• Prescribe appropriate psychiatric medications and monitor their effectiveness and side effects.

• Provide brief psychotherapy and counseling services to incarcerated individuals, using evidence-based therapeutic modalities.

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and ensure a holistic approach to treatment.

• Modify treatment plans as needed based on patients' progress and response to interventions.

Crisis Intervention and Emergency Services:

• Respond to psychiatric emergencies within the correctional facility promptly and efficiently.

• Conduct crisis assessments, provide stabilization, and implement appropriate intervention strategies.

• Collaborate with correctional staff and healthcare team members to implement emergency response protocols.

• Determine the need for a higher level of psychiatric treatment when necessary.

Collaboration and Consultation:

• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including primary care physicians, psychologists, social workers, and nurses, to provide integrated care to incarcerated individuals.

• Consult with the interdisciplinary team to develop comprehensive treatment plans for incarcerated individuals with complex psychiatric needs.

• Provide expertise and guidance to correctional staff regarding mental health issues, crisis management, and suicide prevention.

• Participate in case conferences, treatment team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives.

Documentation and Compliance:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date psychiatric records for each incarcerated individual, including assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, and progress notes.

• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical guidelines pertaining to correctional healthcare and patient confidentiality.

• Adhere to the correctional facility's policies and procedures related to documentation and record-keeping.

Education and Training:

• Stay updated with the latest advancements in psychiatric medicine, treatment modalities, and relevant research.

• Engage in continuous professional development and relevant educational activities.

• Provide training and education to correctional staff on mental health topics, crisis management, and de-escalation techniques.

Qualifications:

• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.

• Current and unrestricted medical license to practice medicine in the state/jurisdiction where the correctional facility is located and DEA.

• Valid state identification.

• Experience in providing psychiatric care, preferably with experience in correctional medicine or working with underserved populations.

• Strong diagnostic and assessment skills, with knowledge of psychiatric disorders, treatment options, and psychopharmacology.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a challenging and dynamic environment.

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.