Psychiatry Physician

Psychology / Mental Health Provider Opportunity in Norfolk, NE Omaha 2hrs Work Status Details: Full Time 80.00 Hours Every Two Weeks - Shift Details: M-F Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:Demonstrates ability to appropriately modify approach and procedures to meet needs of age/diversity of population served for the following age groups. Must be able and willing to see Pediatric/Children and Adolescent patients.Pediatric/Child (1 year - 12 years)Adolescent (12 years - 18 years)

• Incorporates cultural considerations in the provisions of care.
• Knowledge of growth and developmental stages.
• Considers life changes/effects on health beliefs and behaviors.
• Provides necessary safety measures.
• Provides information and involves family/caregiver in decision making.
Performs all responsibilities/duties required by the Behavioral Health Department as defined in the scope of practice, to assure that the unique nature of the patient is addressed. This includes but is not limited to the age of the patient served.
• Provides treatment following an evidenced based therapeutic approach which uses counseling techniques to deal with thoughts, feelings, behaviors in the treatment of mental or emotional disorders and maladjustment's to relieve psychological distress, attain insight into the nature of the individual's disorder, and/or assist the person in decision making and acquiring new behavior within the scope of professional certification, established age specific competencies and according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Conduct assessments and diagnose mental health disorders as well as develop personalized treatment plans based on individual's treatment needs
• Documents essential actions taken in the treatment of mental health and/or addiction issues for the purposes of confirming and communicating treatment delivery data by recording information related, but not limited to, assessments, treatment plans, referral/placement, progress notes and discharge summaries.
• Maintains excellent oral and/or written communication with referral sources in order to provide continuity of patient care through information distribution regarding patient progress and program information
• Identifies methods/issues to improve the clinical outcome of services in order to enhance the quality of care by participation in formal and informal conferences, staff meetings, and committees.
• Maintains current knowledge in the professional field by participating in seminars, academic endeavors and continuing medical education offerings.
• Provides consultation/collaboration with other clinicians and treatment team members regarding individual plans of care.

Hours will be dependent on patient census and workload. This is a 40 hour a week position.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job Requirements: The requirements listed below must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required.Master s Degree required.Current Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP), Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (LMHP), or Provisional Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (PLMHP) from the state of Nebraska required.Previous Experience Requirements:EXPERIENCE:Previous clinical experience preferred.Previous healthcare experience preferred.Skills/Knowledge Requirements:Language Skills - Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language required. COMMUNITY Norfolk is located in Northeast Nebraska in the Elkhorn River Valley.With a population of 26,000 we offer the welcoming charm of a small town with the opportunities of a big city. Our inviting community is quickly becoming an ideal place for budding entrepreneurs, businesses, and new families.Norfolk is focused on economic growth, and our downtown district is the perfect example of our innovative spirit. With an ever-growing list of restaurants, loft-style apartments, businesses, and shops, downtown Norfolk will be your favorite place to grab a scoop of gelato, find a last-minute outfit for your next big event, and perfect your golf swing.From schools to sandwiches, apple picking to antiques, and bike paths to brews - Norfolk has something for everyone!In Norfolk, we don't just want to put you to work - we want you to do work that really matters to you.We invite you to put our hospitality to the test and discover for yourself what the Norfolk area has to offer!