Psychiatrist - San Joaquin General Hospital

San Joaquin County California

$80K — $250K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Board certification in psychiatry or relevant field required
  • Active California Medical Board license and DEA registration
  • Experience in teaching or supervising medical residents
  • Familiarity with federal/state regulations regarding billing
  • Proficient in using electronic medical records and telehealth tools

Responsibilities

  • Provide psychiatric services, including telemedicine consultations
  • Supervise family and internal medicine residents during rotations
  • Ensure medical licensing and credentialing compliance
  • Maintain and update patient records and documentation
  • Evaluate and treat mental health and co-occurring disorders
  • Adhere to medication formulary and treatment authorization protocols
  • Participate in peer reviews and maintain productivity standards

Benefits

  • $20,000 Board Certification pay
  • 5% Supplement for in-patient assignments
  • Resident oversight supplemental pay
  • Medical malpractice coverage (tail coverage)
  • Paid CME and tuition reimbursement
  • Generous annual leave starting at 30 days
  • Loan forgiveness support and visa sponsorship
Full Job Description
Introduction

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For Physicians interested in this employment opportunity, please contact Sam Cheun at [email protected] or 209-468-7781 and CMO Sheela Kapre at [email protected]

TYPICAL DUTIES

  • Provide psychiatric services and consideration for telemedicine to SJGH and its federally qualified clinic.
  • Supervise and teach family medicine and internal medicine residents on scheduled rotations. Collaborate with providers, including nurse practitioners.
  • Maintain all required medical licenses (California Medical Board, DEA) and submit documentation for credentialing every three years.
  • Adhere to federal and state regulations for billing reimbursement (Medi-Cal, Medicare, Medicaid, etc.).
  • Maintain and update medical records in SJGH's electronic system, including using telehealth tools.
  • Schedule appointments, ensure timely documentation, and participate in peer reviews.
  • Evaluate and treat individuals with mental health and co-occurring disorders; prescribe medications.
  • Follow Medi-Cal Medication Formulary, Black Box warning procedures, and treatment authorization protocols.
  • Maintain at least 60% productivity for patient care services and ensure accurate billing documentation.
  • Follow SJGH Clinic Model for service delivery, including managing appointments and caseloads.
  • Special Assignments may include after-hours coverage or additional services eligible for supplemental pay.


BENEFITS

The County offers an excellent benefits plan which includes a county contribution to health, dental and vision insurance plans. Other benefits and compensation for this position include:

  • $20,000 Board Certification pay
  • 5% Supplement for in-patient assignments
  • Resident oversight supplemental pay
  • Call rotation supplemental pay
  • Medical malpractice coverage (tail coverage)
  • Paid CME
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Pension Plan
  • 125 Flex Spending Benefits Plan
  • 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
  • 401a Plan
  • 30 days of annual leave (33 days after two years, 35 days after 6 years, 40 days after 8 years)
  • Loan Forgiveness Support
  • Visa Sponsorship


HOW TO APPLY

For Physicians interested in this employment opportunity, please contact Sam Cheun at [email protected] or 209-468-7781 and CMO Sheela Kapre at [email protected]

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