Psychiatrist - Outpatient Clinic

About the role

FHCSD is one of the top 10 largest federally qualified health centers in the country, operating more than 90 sites across San Diego County and providing care to more than 227,000 patients each year — 91% of whom are low-income and 29% uninsured. With a team of more than 3,200 dedicated employees, FHCSD takes pride in the diversity of its staff, which reflects the communities it serves.

Responsibilities

• Completing full intake mental health evaluations
• Order of diagnostic procedures/labs/medical supplies
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic health/mental health care problems
• Develop and implement effective care plan based on patient needs
• Prescribe and manage medication when appropriate
• Maintain satisfactory peer reviews
• Complete all required documentation in accordance with departmental standards
• Comply with electronic medical record requirements and participate in clinic pool
• Meet clinic site and organization needs in a reliable and flexible manner
• Participates in administrative duties and Clinical Outcomes Program
• Work towards meeting organizational targets for all metrics
• Afford appropriate consultations on specialty areas
• Ensure that immunizations and medical records are current as required or needed
• Assess and intervene for urgent and/or emergent mental health problems
• Provide nurse practitioner support and consultation to other outpatient clinics
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 2 years of experience working in an outpatient mental health setting
• Doctorate from an accredited school of medicine
• Board certified or board eligible in a primary care field
• Current unrestricted license to practice in the State of California or ability to obtain DEA license
• Current American Heart Association health care provider CPR (BLS), or Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, or Advance Resuscitation Training
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) capabilities desired
• Cultural and linguistic sensitivity to populations served required
• Experience with underserved, low-income, or homeless community members preferred
• Ability and means to travel as needed in a timely manner within San Diego County

Pay and Benefits

The starting annual salary for this position is $316,000.00 - $424,000.00. Additional benefits include:

• Sign-on, Retention Bonuses and Relocation Assistance
• Annual Raises, CME, and Career Growth Opportunities
• 403 (b) Retirement Plan with 50% Employer Match
• Additional 457 (b) Retirement Plan
• NHSC Loan Repay Eligibility
• Free Malpractice Coverage
• Paid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave and Paid Holidays
• Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life Insurance
• Employee Discounts, Wellness Programs, Pet Insurance, and More!