Psychiatry, Full Time Psychiatry Physician

Psychiatrist

North Shore - PITTSBURGH, PA 15212

Overview

Salary Range $180,000.00 - $240,000.00 Salary/year Level Experienced Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Travel Percentage None

Psychiatrist

Description: The primary role of the Psychiatrist will be to provide trauma-informed, patient-centered, culturally competent and affirming care to a diverse patient population within an LGBTQ+ health center. The Psychiatrist will be an integral part of a mental health team imbedded in a physical health center.

General Duties and Responsibilities:

Work collaboratively in a team-based environment with other mental health clinicians, staff, and primary care providers

Assess patients by conducting psychiatric evaluations

Analyze data and results of screening tools to assist in diagnosing patients and evaluating treatment response

Diagnose mental health disorders, provide recommendations for treatment, and prescribe medications when indicated

Provide follow-up for monitoring symptoms and treatment response

Monitor for medication side effects

Collaborate with patients in developing treatment plans that address their mental health concerns and psychosocial needs

Collaborate with patients in creating safety plans

Routinely assess patient safety and refer to higher level of care when indicated

Provide crisis intervention as needed

Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and case managers in the practice to monitor symptoms and address whole-patients needs

Collaborate with outside physicians, therapists, service coordinators, and/or other clinical professionals to address treatment goals, clinical progress, and other patient needs

Gather and maintain patient information and records in the EMR, including medical history, medication history, and psychosocial history obtained from patients

Gather information from primary supports and/or other professionals when clinically indicated or requested by patients

Provide information to family/primary supports when requested by patients and make sure an ROI has been signed

Complete all necessary clinical documentation in an accurate and timely manner

Participate in weekly Collaborative Care team meetings

Collaborate with PCPs and Collaborative Care Manager to assist in management of mental health disorders treated in the primary care clinic

Improve staff competence by providing training and education regarding the interrelationship between psychiatric disorders, physical illness, psychosocial concerns, and medications

Keep up-to-date on clinical care by participating in continuing medical educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations

Qualifications

Licensure and Clearances:

Current and valid board certification, or pending initial certification, in Psychiatry

Medical degree from an accredited medical school and completion of an approved psychiatric residency

Active and unrestricted license to practice medicine in Pennsylvania

Active and unrestricted DEA licensure.

Successful passing of Child Abuse and FBI Clearances.

Requirements:

Excellent knowledge of current DSM diagnoses, criteria, and treatment standards

Strong working knowledge of general psychiatric principles and practices

Strong communication and people skills.

Experience with patient-centered, trauma-informed care.

Demonstrated skill in managing difficult situations utilizing de-escalation techniques and conflict resolution skills.

Ability to work collaboratively in team-based care.

Strong LGBTQ+ cultural competency, including being gender sensitive and pronoun aware

Experience working in community mental healthcare.

Understanding of the relationship between physical health, mental health, and social determinants of health.

Commitment to providing high quality care to historically underserved populations.

Knowledge and comfort working with patients with drug and alcohol use disorders.

Knowledge and comfort using evidence-based treatment modalities such as Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, brief interventions, CBT, DBT and other psychotherapeutic techniques.

Understanding of how to navigate medical systems.

Knowledge of basic computer skills, Excel, Word, and how to use Electronic Medical Records.

Punctuality and impeccable attendance

Non-judgmental approach to patient care

Patience and great attention to detail

Completely understand the healthcare privacy laws as outlined in HIPAA

Ability to work in a fast paced and, at times, excited atmosphere

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