Psychiatrist

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

The Psychiatrist provides a full spectrum of mental health care to inmates, including evaluation, treatment, and medication management. They coordinate care with onsite medical staff and ensure compliance with documentation and clinical protocols. The role includes overseeing psychiatric nurses, supporting transfers, and assisting with civil commitments when necessary. Psychiatrists also participate in medical review committees and deliver consultations to facility staff. Services must be provided in alignment with correctional regulations and professional standards.

Responsibilities

Conduct psychiatric evaluations, treatment, and medication management for inmate patients

Maintain medical documentation and consent forms in alignment with protocols

Oversee and collaborate with mental health staff, including nurses and care teams

Participate in care coordination, emergency transfers, and review committees

Ensure compliance with facility regulations and maintain HIPAA standards

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Doctorate in psychiatry

EXPERIENCE

Training and experience providing psychiatric services to an adult population

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

Physician who is licensed to practice medicine in the state of employment

Board-certified or board-eligible in psychiatry

CPR Certified