Psychiatrist

Overview We’re seeking a Psychiatrist to join our compassionate, multidisciplinary treatment team at Clarinda Correctional Facility (CCF) in Clarinda, Iowa. The role provides high-quality, evidence-based psychiatric services to an underserved population with complex needs, including extensive trauma and substance use histories, in a secure, medium-security environment. Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and medication management for individuals with mental health conditions and co-occurring substance use disorders and history of trauma. Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans in coordination with psychologists, social workers, nursing staff, and security personnel. Provide ongoing psychopharmacologic treatment and crisis intervention as clinically indicated. Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and case consultations. Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the electronic health record (EHR). Offer clinical leadership and consultation to nursing and mental health staff on psychiatric care and medication management. Ensure continuity of care during transitions, including intake, intra-facility transfers, and reentry planning. Evaluate, prepare, and participate in civil commitment proceedings for patients with severe mental illness who require involuntary treatment or hospitalization due to risk of harm to self or others or inability to care for themselves. Adhere to Department of Corrections policies, professional standards, and applicable state and federal regulations. Schedule and Compensation Full-time, 40 hours per week. Standard day schedule with potential for flexible hours based on facility needs. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. Ongoing professional development and continuing medical education (CME) opportunities. Qualifications Graduation from an accredited school of medicine. Completion of an internship program. Licensure as a physician by the State of Iowa. E-Verify and Right to Work The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that confirms the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system. The State of Iowa also complies with federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit #J-18808-Ljbffr