Psychiatrist Part Time

About the Role

CoreCivic is seeking a Part-Time Psychiatrist to manage and provide overall direction for mental health services in a correctional facility. This role involves administrative and clinical coordination for comprehensive mental health care programs for inmates/residents.

This is a part-time position requiring 20 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and assessments of incarcerated individuals to determine the presence and severity of mental health disorders.
• Diagnose and classify mental illnesses according to established diagnostic criteria (e.g., DSM-5).
• Assess and evaluate suicide risk, self-harm, and dangerous behaviors among incarcerated individuals.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and correctional staff to gather relevant information for accurate diagnoses.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for incarcerated individuals with psychiatric disorders.
• Prescribe appropriate psychiatric medications and monitor their effectiveness and side effects.
• Provide brief psychotherapy and counseling services using evidence-based therapeutic modalities.
• Coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team to ensure a holistic approach to treatment.
• Modify treatment plans based on patients' progress and response to interventions.
• Respond to psychiatric emergencies promptly and efficiently within the correctional facility.
• Conduct crisis assessments, provide stabilization, and implement appropriate intervention strategies.
• Collaborate with correctional staff and healthcare team members to implement emergency response protocols.
• Determine the need for a higher level of psychiatric treatment when necessary.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide integrated care to incarcerated individuals.
• Consult with the interdisciplinary team to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex psychiatric needs.
• Provide expertise and guidance to correctional staff regarding mental health issues, crisis management, and suicide prevention.
• Participate in case conferences, treatment team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date psychiatric records, including assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, and progress notes.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical guidelines pertaining to correctional healthcare and patient confidentiality.
• Adhere to the correctional facility's policies and procedures related to documentation and record-keeping.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in psychiatric medicine, treatment modalities, and relevant research.
• Engage in continuous professional development and relevant educational activities.
• Provide training and education to correctional staff on mental health topics, crisis management, and de-escalation techniques.

Requirements

• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
• Current and unrestricted medical license to practice medicine in the state/jurisdiction where the correctional facility is located, including DEA registration.
• Valid state identification.
• Experience in providing psychiatric care, preferably with experience in correctional medicine or working with underserved populations.
• Strong diagnostic and assessment skills, with knowledge of psychiatric disorders, treatment options, and psychopharmacology.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a challenging and dynamic environment.