Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician

Regional Psychiatrist : Department of Corrections Richmond, Virginia, United States Dept of Corr - Div of Inst Health and Human Services Full-Time (Salaried) Dept of Corr - Central Admin View favorites Title : Regional Psychiatrist : Department of Corrections State Role Title : Physician II Hiring Range : $188,512 - $346,698 Pay Band : 8 Agency : Dept of Corr - Central Admin Location : DOC Headquarters Agency Website : Recruitment Type : General Public - G Job Duties $30k Sign-On Bonus, up to $60k Student Loan Repayment, or Relocation Assistance (all with tenure agreements) available for eligible state new hires. Position provides psychiatric assessment and treatment to mentally ill inmates. Functions as a mental health provider to the inmates by performing initial and ongoing psychiatric assessments; Prescribes appropriate medication and / or mechanical measures to assist inmates to improve behaviors; Assists with preparation and modification of treatment plans and recommend and assign to appropriate programs; Provides supervision to psychiatric providers at the institution. Minimum Qualifications Graduate from an accredited medical school. Completion of an approved psychiatric residency program Licensed to practice medicine in the state of Virginia; M.D. / D.O Extensive knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat mentally ill inmates Knowledge of professional and ethical standards of practice and interventions appropriate for the assigned population Ability to function effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team Strong communication skills orally and in writing / e-mail Additional Considerations Specialty in Forensic or Addiction care Board Certification Experience providing mental health care in a correctional setting Special Instructions You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and / or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position. If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following : Background Investigation Requirements : All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position. CONTACT : Robert Brabbs BSN / RN Ascend Medical Staffing