Staff Psychiatrist Mental Health Part-Time

Staff Psychiatrist
Job Title: Psychiatrist III
Agency: Health & Human Services Commission
Developmental Mental Education
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical
Shift: Day
Telework: Eligible for Telework
Travel: Up to 10%
Regular/Temporary: Full Time/Part Time: Full time
Facility Location: Wichita Falls State Hospital
Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally while helping make a positive impact on people’s lives? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need. Psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state‑of‑the‑art, recovery‑oriented, science‑based treatment. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below.

Perform highly advanced psychiatric assessment work and report directly to the State Hospital Medical Director.

Conduct psychiatric activities, monitor trends, diagnose, and treat State Hospital patients.

Administer quality and appropriate specialized psychiatric treatments, assessments, and procedures as needed.

Review and analyze system data to ensure individualized recovery plans and make decisions with the Recovery Team.

Ensure recovery plans are implemented and provide consultation or training to direct care staff.

Attend weekly/monthly meetings, lead/discuss changes, and follow through on implementation plans.

Participate in committees of the State Hospital Governing Body, performance improvement activities, and other clinically related committees as requested.

Plan, assign, and guide the work of others in the multidisciplinary approach to patient care; may supervise others depending on structure.

Participate in disaster response and Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation when required, possibly with alternate shift or location.

Attend work regularly and work specific or rotating schedules, including extended shift and overtime as needed.

Utilize a multidisciplinary approach to complete psychiatric assessments and administer treatments and medications within State Hospital policies and procedures.

Conduct performance improvement reviews with the Recovery Team, attend meetings and committees, and perform medication reviews and audits.

Establish physician-patient relationships face‑to‑face or via telemedicine. For new admissions, contact must be established immediately.

Prescribe medications, review lab work, modify recovery plans, and record deliberations accurately in the electronic health record.

Develop and implement psychiatric recovery plans, documenting individualized supports, interventions, and least‑restrictive practices.

Lead discussions in staff meetings, consult with family and LARs, and obtain timely medication consents.

Collaborate between psychiatry and neurology for dually diagnosed individuals.

Consult with other clinicians to develop interventions, reduce restraints, and manage acute psychiatric care, including authorizing emergency restraints.

Analyze system data and trends, present changes, chair discussions, and apply audit tools for quality improvement.

Maintain communication with the Medical Director and other staff to ensure continuity of services.

Participate in mandatory training and comply with HIPAA, state and federal rules, and TJC standards.

Knowledge of general medicine and psychiatry procedures.

Knowledge of principles for developing person‑centered care and recovery plans.

Knowledge of psychiatric treatment principles and staff collaboration.

Knowledge and skills in providing inpatient psychiatric services.

Knowledge and skills in using electronic health records and Microsoft Office.

Skills in conducting psychiatric research when necessary.

Ability to assess, diagnose, prescribe, and supervise treatment while complying with local policy and laws.

Ability to direct psychiatric activities and treat mental disorders.

Ability to interpret psychological diagnoses and analyses.

Ability to develop policies and procedures, prepare and supervise records.

Ability to solve complex medical issues using evidence and guidelines.

Ability to promote continuous quality improvement and adhere to improvement plans.

Ability to complete annual and required training such as CPR and safe restraints.

Ability to organize and present information orally and in writing.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications
Applicant must have or be able to obtain an unrestricted Texas medical license and be board certified or board eligible (completed residency in psychiatry) prior to the start date.

Doctor of Medicine (M.or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.At least three years’ experience working as a psychiatrist is preferred.

Twelve (12) months’ experience working with people with psychiatric disorders is preferred.

Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre‑employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE). Males 18‑25 must be registered with the Selective Service.

All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state‑operated facility; Waco and Terrell Center for Youth applicants must be 21 years of age.

the position may require overtime and/or extended hours.

Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures related to immunizations is required. Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans
Military occupations that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may be included. All active‑duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process. If you need assistance completing the online application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Telework Disclaimer
This position may be eligible for telework. All HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies and the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.

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