Join our team at Rusk State Hospital as a Lead Psychiatrist where you will play a vital role in providing high-quality psychiatric care to our patients. Reporting directly to the State Hospital Medical Director, you will conduct advanced psychiatric assessments, diagnose, and treat patients while administering specialized treatments and procedures. Your responsibilities will include :
- Developing and implementing individualized psychiatric recovery plans
- Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care
- Participating in performance improvement activities and committees
- Reviewing and analyzing system data to drive necessary changes for optimal care
- Leading discussions to inform and create buy-in for improvements
In addition to your clinical duties, you will also be involved in :
Participating in mandatory trainings and committees to uphold quality care standardsMaintaining open communication with medical staff for seamless service continuityProviding leadership in the area of Psychiatric Services to ensure compliance with regulationsTo excel in this role, you should possess :
Strong knowledge and skills in general medicine and psychiatryAbility to develop and document person-centered care plansExperience in treating patients with psychiatric disorders in an in-patient settingProficiency in using electronic healthcare systems and Microsoft OfficeIf you are a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) with a Texas medical license and board certification in Psychiatry, we invite you to apply. Prior experience as a psychiatrist and working with psychiatric disorders is preferred. Take the next step in your career with us at Rusk State Hospital!