Psychiatrist

About the Role

NaphCare is hiring a Psychiatrist to join our team of medical professionals at the Wyoming Medium Correctional Institution in Torrington, Wyoming. This position offers the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of a diverse population of patients with complex mental health needs, working alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnose mental health conditions for facility residents while protecting their rights, dignity, and health.
• Deliver medication management, therapy, and other evidence-based treatment plans to address mental health needs.
• Oversee the completion of mental health screenings and evaluations performed by others.
• Respond to acute mental health crises within the facility.
• Support the rehabilitation of patients and facilitate their successful transition back into the community.
• Coordinate, lead, and participate in educational training activities related to mental health care.
• Ensure compliance with State and Federal mandates and regulations, including court mandates and standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including correctional staff, psychologists, social workers, and other medical professionals to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Ensure staff are responsive to patients’ needs.

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted license as a Psychiatrist in the state.
• Current DEA registration in the state.
• Ability to obtain BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred).
• Certification by a Board recognized by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, along with strong computer skills.
• Experience with underserved and marginalized populations, including those with mental health and substance use disorders.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse individuals, including medical professionals, correctional staff, and judges.
• Ability to interpret and analyze data to create treatment plans.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.
• Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and adherence to a Code of Conduct.
• Compliance with all facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting on day one.
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one.
• Lowest cost benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.
• 401K and Roth with company contribution starting on day one.
• Tuition assistance.
• Referral bonuses.
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Free continuing education and CMEs through our partnership with NetCE, which provides up-to-date, peer-reviewed content to meet state-specific licensing requirements.