Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician

Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician at MDM Search summary :

As a Regional Psychiatrist in Washington State, the psychiatrist is responsible for overseeing psychiatric clinical programs and ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines. This role includes conducting evaluations and prescribing treatments while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive patient care. The psychiatrist must maintain accurate medical records and stay updated on developments in the field through ongoing education.

Job Summary :

As a Regional Psychiatrist, your role will involve overseeing psychiatric clinical programs in Washington State and ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines. You will conduct evaluations and assessments for new patients at our partner facilities. The successful candidate will play a crucial part in evaluating and treating psychiatric disorders, developing care plans, and effectively communicating with nursing staff, families, and interdisciplinary teams.

Duties / Responsibilities :

• Perform psychiatric evaluations and assessments to determine the appropriate treatment plan for each patient.
• Provide medication management services by evaluating medication effectiveness and side effects, prescribing medication, and adjusting dosages as necessary.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records for each patient, including progress notes, treatment plans, and diagnosis codes.
• Provide clinical oversight and review of medical documentation created by PMHNPs serving the practice.
• Collaborate with other mental health professionals, including therapists, psychologists, and social workers, to deliver comprehensive patient care.
• Participate in treatment team meetings to provide progress updates on patients and coordinate care.
• Attend training and continuing education programs to stay updated on best practices and new research in psychiatry.
• Service areas include : Greater Seattle / Tacoma

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Benefits :

For more information of to be considered apply here or contact :

Michael Ryan

VP of Recruitment

Keywords :

Psychiatrist, Mental Health, Patient Care, Psychiatric Evaluations, Medication Management, Mental Health Disorders, Residential Treatment, Clinical Oversight, Interdisciplinary Teams, Washington State