Psychiatrist (PRN-Weekend) (Physician #)

Frontier Behavioral Health's presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community. Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues. As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey. WHY CHOOSE FRONTIER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH?

At Frontier Behavioral Health, we value our employees and recognize the importance of EVERY employee's contribution to our mission.
Our behavioral health services make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the health, safety, and quality of life for everyone in Spokane County.
At FBH we have a variety of client services, including outpatient, inpatient, community outreach, crisis services, partnerships with schools, law enforcement and more.
Our evidence-based, culturally appropriate, trauma informed behavioral health services address the diverse needs of those we serve.
In this position, you will provide psychiatric assessment and evaluation of assigned patients including the need for laboratory studies, medications, medication changes and prescribes medications accordingly and as licensed by law. Makes recommendations for other appropriate psychiatric and psychological interventions. May be asked to help participate in a coverage pool for other outpatient locations or inpatient units on an intermittent or occasional basis.
This includes collection of psychiatric history, relevant medical history, social and family history, mental status exam and diagnosis.
Provide consultative services to staff and regional partners regarding patients under their care.
Provide psychopharmacology interventions to treat symptoms of a full range of psychiatric illnesses based on current best practices and accepted standards of clinical management.
Follow current best practices in psychopharmacologic management and develop an individualized treatment approach based on symptoms, preferences, culture, lifestyle, co-morbidities, risks, and benefits of the plan for the patient.
Maintain accurate, timely and up to date documentation and medical records for all patients seen, utilizing collaborative documentation whenever reasonably possible.
Consult with the Chief Medical Officer on a regular and as needed basis.
Coordinate with primary health care provider, and facilitate referrals to primary health care physicians, as appropriate.
Work collaboratively with other psychiatric services staff, including psychiatrists, ARNPs, RN's and office staff.
Comply with FBH employment, safety and clinical policies and procedures.
Comply with additional expectations as listed in the employment contract.
Assigned call rotation: As part of overall job responsibilities, all FBH psychiatrists will participate in the FBH system-wide management of calls for psychiatric care, 24 hours/day, 7 days/week. The FBH on-call rotation includes a number of responsibilities including the community consultation line for primary medical doctors and hospitals, psychiatric back-up for other FBH on-call systems and Crisis Response Services, and calls regarding inpatient/residential care for FBH staff-assigned patients. The on-call rotation is assigned in one-week increments, beginning at 8am Monday and concluding at 8am the following Monday.

• FBH staff Psychiatrists are highly encouraged, but not required, to provide coverage for inpatient services on weekends and holidays on a rotating basis, when needed.
• Residency Program: All FBH psychiatrists have the option and are encouraged to participate in providing training to psychiatric residents as part of the University of Washington Psychiatric Residency Program, Spokane track. This may include clinical supervision as well as conducting seminars, in so far as time permits.

Psychiatrists employed by Frontier Behavioral Health (FBH) must be licensed to practice medicine in the state of Washington and by the federal Drug Enforcement Agency.
Must provide evidence of medical education, including either an MD or DO degree.
Completion of an accredited Psychiatry Residency training program and be Board eligible or Board certified.

PHYSICAL, SENSORY & ENVIRONMENTAL:

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is generally performed in an office setting which may involve sitting and use of computers for 6 to 10 hours per day.
Work may be performed out of office and travel may be needed to other locations/outside areas.
PAY ( Salary/Exempt): $311,905.00 Annually - All pay is based on longevity at Frontier Behavioral Health.
#Plus 9 Paid Federal Holidays!
Medical, Dental and Vision
Retirement - We offer an impressive 403b plan including standard 3% employer contribution plus an additional 3% employer match.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance - Company paid coverage that starts the first of the month following 6 months from your date of hire.
Signing Bonus!
Reimbursement of License/Certification application fee that is required for the position.
Free Employee Assistance Program
PRN positions are not benefit eligible or eligible for a sign on bonus.