Physician / Psychiatry / Pennsylvania / Locum Tenens / Psychiatry Physician -Adult, Outpatient or Te

Job SummaryA psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of mental, addictive and emotional disorders such as schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual disorders, gender dysphoria and adjustment disorders. The psychiatrist is able to understand the biological, psychological and social components of illness and, therefore, is uniquely prepared to treat the whole person. The main form of treatment used by a psychiatrist is psychopharmacology. A psychiatrist is qualified to order diagnostic laboratory tests and to prescribe medications, evaluate and treat psychological and interpersonal problems and to intervene with families who are coping with stress, crises and other problems in living.Job DutiesInterviews patients to obtain information such as symptoms, medical histories, and family histories. Performs and/or interprets diagnostic tests as needed.Diagnose and design a plan of treatment for injuries and/or illness. May prescribe or administer medications. Prepares, maintains, and reviews records that include patients' histories, examination findings, treatment plans, or outcomes.Work is typically performed in a clinical and office environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.Position DetailsEducationDoctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine- (Required)ExperienceCertification(s) and License(s)Licensed Medical Doctor - State of PennsylvaniaAbout GeisingerFounded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more atgeisinger.orgor connect with us onFacebook,Instagram,LinkedInandTwitter.Our Vision & ValuesEverything we do is about making better health easier for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.KINDNESSWe strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.EXCELLENCEWe treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.LEARNINGWe share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.INNOVATIONWe constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.SAFETYWe provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.Our BenefitsWe offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.