Relief Psychiatry Resident

Job Summary

Serves as a psychiatrist in a community mental health setting providing medical services within scope of license, training, credentialing, and current standards of care and per quality criteria of the employer. Determines and documents evidence of psychopathology, if present, and makes a diagnostic formulation. Assesses client's needs and options to satisfy the requirements of the case. Discusses with the client his/her findings and recommendations. Decides whether initiation of treatment is urgent: medication, labs, other diagnostic tests, hospitalization, social setting, detox program; verifies that written consent for medication of client has been secured, documents therapist's plan and/or completes other referral/medical forms as appropriate. With consent of client, carries out treatment plan, documents in prescribed manner the interactions during sessions and progress of therapy. Discusses his/her opinions and/or findings with therapists and makes recommendations when indicated. Works harmoniously with Unit Manager(s), Associate Medical Director and Chief Medical Officer to define and deliver quality clinical medical care for all clients with the units.

About the Role

Integral Care employees are to be committed to fostering an open, inclusive, and supportive environment that welcomes and embraces diversity in all forms. Integral Care defines diversity broadly to include race, ethnicity, abilities (mental/physical), gender, gender identity, immigrant status, language, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, veteran status, age, and other groups. Integral Care employees are to strive to maintain a trauma sensitive workplace, to embrace trauma sensitive and informed practices, and to foster a supportive and welcoming environment of care.

Responsibilities

• Determines and documents evidence of psychopathology, if present, and makes a diagnostic formulation.
• Affirms and assesses client's needs and options to satisfy the requirements of the case.
• Discusses with the client his/her findings and recommendations.
• Decides whether initiation of treatment is urgent: medication, labs, other diagnostic tests, hospitalization, social setting, detox program; verifies that written consent for medication of client has been secured, documents therapist's plan and/or completes other referral/medical forms as appropriate.
• With consent of client, carries out treatment plan, documents in prescribed manner the interactions during sessions and progress of therapy.
• Discusses his/her opinions and/or findings with therapists and makes recommendations when indicated.
• Works harmoniously with Unit Manager(s), Associate Medical Director and Chief Medical Officer to define and deliver quality clinical medical care for all clients with the units.

Requirements

• Education Required: Graduated from an accredited medical school.
• Licensed to practice medicine in Texas. MD or DO, licensed psychiatristDEA license.
• Experience Preferred: 1 year of crisis experience.

Qualifications

• Current and valid driver's license and a clean driving record.

Skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Knowledge of mental health disorders and treatment options.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Regular, predictable attendance is considered to be an essential requirement for this position.
• May require a flexible work schedule.

Pay

$116.31 an hour, plus an additional 10% crisis stipend. Position may be eligible for an additional shift differential pay. Second Shift: $3.25/hour. Third Shift: $7.25/hour. Weekend Shift: $8.00/hour.

Schedule

Workdays: Varies. Workhours: Varies.

Why Join Us

Integral Care has proudly served Travis County residents for the past 50 years. As the largest provider of behavioral health services in Travis County, we are dedicated to improving the lives of adults and children living with mental illness, substance use disorder, and intellectual and developmental disabilities. By joining our team, you will find rewarding work every day alongside people who have as much compassion as you. Join us, and together we can help improve the quality of life for the people we serve.

Keywords

Psychiatrist