Psychiatrist
Responsibilities
- Work with the Health Services Administrator and the Mental Health Director in the coordination of the mental health care delivery system
- Conduct psychiatric evaluations and assessments of patients, as well as follow-up and chronic care appointments
- Develop and implement treatment plans
- Provide education about their treatment and ensure comprehension
- Manage crisis situations effectively by conducting risk assessments and determining appropriate level of care
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records and documentation
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care
- Stay current on advancements in psychiatry and behavioral health practices
Qualifications
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree
- Board certification in Psychiatry preferred
- Valid state medical license to practice as a Psychiatrist in the state of California and active DEA Proficiency in psychopharmacology
- Strong understanding of medical terminology and HIPAA regulations
- Excellent interpersonal skills for effective patient care
- Experience in crisis management and behavioral health interventions
Pay
$200-230 per hour
Schedule
This is a 100% onsite position.
Benefits
N/A
Location
Auburn Jail (Placer County Adult Correctional Facility)
2775 Richardson Drive, Auburn, CA 95603
Placer County Juvenile Detention Facility
11260 B Avenue, Auburn, CA 95603
South Placer Jail
11801 Go For Broke Road, Roseville, CA 95678
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated Psychiatrist to join our healthcare team and provide the best patient care in a correctional environment. The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing high-quality mental health care to patients and contributing to their overall well-being, as well as working and communicating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
Company Information
Correctional Healthcare Partners (CHP Health) is a company dedicated to providing healthcare services to the incarcerated, and we're growing. We exist because the people inside county jails still deserve real healthcare — and the counties that serve them deserve a partner who shows up, owns the outcome, and gets the work right. We deliver medical, mental health, and dental care across jails and detention facilities in California and Washington, and we do it with clinicians who chose this setting and a leadership team that supports the mission.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Correctional Healthcare Partners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Compliance
CHP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local Fair Chance laws.