Psychiatrist

Job Posting

This is a non-merit position with the Iowa Department of Corrections. Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section.

This position:

• Provides forensic evaluations, diagnoses, and treatment recommendations to both inpatients and outpatients.
• Outpatient evaluations, conducted primarily via telehealth with a limited number of in-person assessments, occur in county jails for adult clients. These evaluations focus on assessing competency to stand trial and addressing related legal issues within a single day.
• Inpatient evaluations are performed on the Forensic Psychiatric hospital unit at the Iowa Medical Classification Center. In this capacity, the Forensic Psychiatrist collaborates as a team member in restoration efforts. Patients are admitted to the inpatient unit after being adjudicated incompetent to stand trial while in custody and identified as suitable candidates for restoration treatment.
• This role also encompasses preparing objective and comprehensive forensic reports, providing expert testimony, and consulting with legal and clinical professionals as required.

Special requirements (if applicable):

• Licensed Physician in the State of Iowa.
• Registration with the Iowa Board of Pharmacy.
• Registration with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and CSA.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Forensic psychiatry fellowship or related forensic experience preferred.
• Strong in verbal communication skills, including forensic report writing and testimony.

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

Graduation from an accredited school of medicine, completion of an internship program and licensure as a physician by the State of Iowa. NOTE: Please include your license information with your application.