Psychologist

SHIFT: M-F 7:00 AM to 4:00 PMPosition Overview A healthcare organization supporting correctional medical services is seeking a Board-Eligible or Board-Certified Psychiatrist to provide inpatient psychiatric care within a structured correctional healthcare environment in Richmond, Texas. The role focuses on delivering comprehensive mental health treatment to an underserved patient population within a secure inpatient setting. The psychiatrist will work as part of a multidisciplinary clinical team responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating individuals with acute and chronic psychiatric conditions. This opportunity offers a predictable weekday schedule, strong clinical support, and the ability to focus on patient care without private practice billing, RVU quotas, or productivity pressures.Key Responsibilities: Provide direct inpatient psychiatric care to assigned patients within a correctional facility. Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, including physical and neurological assessments when appropriate. Diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health conditions using evidence-based psychiatric care. Participate in due process proceedings related to voluntary admission and compelled psychoactive medication. May assist in civil commitment proceedings for mentally ill patients transitioning from the correctional system. Provide clinical supervision to psychiatric mid-level practitioners when assigned. Participate in quality improvement and quality management initiatives related to psychiatric services. Collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams including nursing, behavioral health, and medical staff. Provide emergency psychiatric call coverage as required. Maintain compliance with internal documentation, reporting procedures, and clinical standards. Perform additional duties as required to support patient care and program operations.Work Environment: This position is located within a secure correctional facility environment. All providers must successfully complete required security clearance procedures and pre-employment screening.Qualifications: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO). Current license to practice medicine in the State of Texas or ability to obtain prior to start. Board Eligible or Board Certified in Psychiatry. Active DEA registration for controlled substances.Preferred Two or more years of psychiatric clinical experience. Experience working with underserved or complex patient populations. Familiarity with electronic medical records and digital medical documentation systems.