Psychiatrist

Overview THIS IS FOR A FUTURE OPENING Psychiatrist Position: Psychiatrist (full-time/regular or PRN/Per Diem) Major Duties and Responsibilities Provides direct care to patients within the discipline scope of practice and performs functions in accordance with current accepted practice, licensure, certification, credentialing, and granted privileges. Provides treatment of persons throughout the life span as appropriate to discipline and facility setting. May be expected to respond to and coordinate response to medical emergencies. Prescribes and monitors psychiatric medication treatment services, including monitoring side effects and adverse reactions. Offers comprehensive psychoeducational information with each medication or somatic treatment regarding the patient’s mental illness, emotional disturbance or behavior disorder, treatment goals, potential benefits and risks, self-monitoring aids, and identifies support groups for therapeutic assistance. Required Skills PHYSICAL DEMANDS Required to walk unaided at a normal pace for up to 10 minutes and maintain balance. Required to respond to medical emergencies within 4 minutes, where a fast walk or jog may be necessary to provide assistance. Required to perform CPR/emergency care standing or kneeling. Must have the ability to assist sick, injured or aging detainees or staff exiting the building during an emergency (may require lifting, dragging, wheeling or carrying someone who weighs significantly more than self). Must be able to see, hear and smell with or without the use of aids if necessary (case-by-case exceptions). Must easily alternate between kneeling and standing. Must be able to lift, push, or carry 30 pounds. Must be capable of standing on hard surfaces for long periods. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Degree issuing institution and program must be accredited by an entity recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from a school in the United States or equivalent. Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree from a foreign medical school that provided education and medical knowledge substantially equivalent to accredited U.S. schools as established by: The National Committee on Foreign Medical Education and Accreditation (NCFMEA); and Permanent certification by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG). Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine. BLS for Healthcare Providers certification through the American Heart Association. Ability to pass a federal government security background check. STGi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr