Psychiatrist -Emancipation

The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD

$180K — $220K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduated from an accredited medical school and completed a psychiatric residency program.
  • Licensed to practice medicine in Texas with a specialty in Psychiatry.
  • Board Eligible or Board Certified in General Psychiatry, Child & Adolescent, and Forensic Psychiatry.
  • Current Controlled Substance Registration certificate from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is required.
  • Registered with the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP).

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate individuals and perform necessary assessments per state and program standards.
  • Provide Medication Maintenance for assigned patients and during crises.
  • Consult on cases and prescribe rehabilitative therapies as needed.
  • Deliver Crisis Resolution Services and recommend additional crisis interventions.
  • Ensure all documentation complies with standards for Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance.
  • Manage prescriptive authority and supervise APRNs and PAs.
  • Complete all required training and attend designated staff meetings.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

  • Robust retirement plan with generous company matching.
  • Prior service credit accelerates Paid Time Off accrual.
  • Cell phone discounts and entertainment deals through Tickets at Work.
  • Free Headspace subscription for wellness support.
  • Employee Assistance Program focusing on overall well-being.
  • Eligibility for student loan forgiveness programs.
  • Sign-on bonus of $10,000.
Full Job Description
We're actively seeking a Psychiatrist at our Emancipation Centerwho wants to make a difference in the lives of individuals and families struggling with mental illness. We want psychiatrists who are committed to meeting diverse needs and providing quality mental health care in the community. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills and a passion for helping underserved individuals, promoting recovery and patient-centeredness. We value partners who are willing to go above and beyond, navigate complexity gracefully, and do the right thing in a public sector setting.

Your role will involve performing psychiatric evaluations and providing clinical leadership. As an outpatient psychiatrist, you'll be part of a compassionate and dedicated team that includes care coordinators, licensed therapists, practice managers, and nurses. We offer hybrid and in-person outpatient positions.

Your Role in Action:
  • Evaluate individuals and complete all applicable assessments which are required according to State and Program Standards and are deemed appropriate as outlined by the Chief Medical Officer.
  • Provide Medication Maintenance to those individuals assigned to the physicians caseload or those deemed necessary to serve during a crisis situation.
  • Provide case consultation and prescribe all rehabilitative therapies associated with persons served.
  • Provide Crisis Resolution Services and make appropriate recommendations for other crisis services as needed.
  • Complete all required documentation necessary to ensure compliance with required Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, THE Harris Center, and organizational standards 100% of the time.
  • Prescriptive Authority and provide Supervision of APRN and PA's.
  • Complete all required training as outlined by The Harris Center and attend designated meetings.
  • Perform other related job duties or responsibilities as requested or required, whether or not mentioned in the job description.


What qualifications you will need:

Education:
  • Graduation from as Accredited Medical School and Psychiatric Residency Program. Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Texas. Special Courses, Certificates, and Licenses: Texas Medical License.


Other Key Qualifications
  • Licensed to Practice Medicine in the State of Texas (Specialty in Psychiatry).
  • Boards Eligible or Board Certified in General Psychiatry, Child & Adolescent, and Forensic.
  • Must have and maintain a current controlled Substance Registration certificate from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration.
  • Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP) Registered


What we have to offer:

The Harris Center not only offers a competitive salary but also a suite of excellent benefits designed to enrich your life both professionally and personally. Imagine a future with a robust retirement plan complemented by our generous company matching - a testament to our investment in your long-term financial well-being. Experience the unique advantage of our prior service credit, accelerating your journey towards a more substantial Paid Time Off accrual, empowering you to enjoy well-deserved breaks.

Enjoy Cell Phone Discounts, exclusive entertainment deals through Tickets at Work, and a free Headspace subscription for mental wellness. Additionally, our Employee Assistance Program supports your overall well-being.

Take advantage of significant financial relief through student loan forgiveness as a valued member of The Harris Center team. As a qualifying entity, our employees are eligible for various student loan forgiveness programs, designed to alleviate the financial burdens associated with higher education.

What else you should know:
  • This posting is associated with position #70345.
  • Sign-on bonus $10,000


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