Psychiatrist - PT

Overview

STGi is currently seeking a Psychiatrist to provide services at our Community Based Outpatient Clinic. The general duty of the Psychiatrist is to provide covered professional psychiatric services to enrolled patients of the Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Veteran Affairs Mental Health Program, and to act as a collaborating physician for the onsite Psychiatric Mental Health Advanced Practitioner(s).

• Provide treatment for patients with general psychiatric disorders in a variety of treatment settings, including tele-mental health.
• Serve as subject matter expert in support of the behavioral health interdisciplinary team with responsibilities of providing clinical education, coordinating consults and triaging specialty clinic referrals.
• Collaborate with approved fee-based community mental health inpatient programs to assist/coordinate discharge planning, medication, and follow-up appointments, as well as coordinating with ambulatory care services, as appropriate.
• Develop and implement treatment plans for a range of mental illnesses such as anxiety, depression, personality and behavioral disorders, phobias, post-traumatic stress, and more.
• Monitor patients’ progress and liaise with other healthcare professionals to adjust treatment plans as required.
• Facilitate group and one-on-one counselling sessions.
• Counsel and educate patients, families, communities, staff and others regarding mental health care.
• Document patient care in the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS) and maintain required clinical and administrative records.
• Must be prepared to sign a collaborative practice agreement with clinic Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and/or Physician Assistant providing mental health services.
• Promote continuity and quality of care through an ongoing relationship with the veteran enrollee.
• Provide smooth and timely flow of patients in accordance with VA access standards and triage protocol.
• Comply with all federal, state, local, Joint Commission, OSHA, Veteran Affairs, Subcontractor safety and operational regulations, directives and standards.
• Ensure all patient information on encounter forms is complete and accurate; maintain confidentiality of all information and support patient privacy, rights, and safety.
• Act as a liaison for the VAMC.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

• Active, full and unrestricted medical license in the state of Kentucky.
• Board-certified or Board-eligible by the ABPN or AOBPN in Psychiatry.
• Current and unrestricted DEA.
• CPR/BLS certification from the American Heart Association or the Military Training Network.
• Knowledge of professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques in accordance with community and VA standards of practice.
• Knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment, including effects, side effects, complications, and usage considerations.
• Knowledge of customer service concepts related to age-specific population.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English and proper telephone etiquette.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and experience with electronic medical records systems.

• Doctorate Degree in Medicine from an accredited college approved by LCME/MHA or permanent ECFMG certification; or Doctorate in Osteopathy (AOA) or equivalent; successful completion of an accredited residency in general psychiatry.
• Moderate physical activity; ability to handle objects up to 25 pounds; ability to stand/walk for extended periods.
• Work is typically in an interior/office environment; respond to medical emergencies as required within clinic.

The preceding job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

STGi is a workforce solutions company providing comprehensive healthcare delivery, Head Start and management consulting services and human capital solutions to help our clients sustain and enhance operations.

STGi offers a competitive benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match and a generous PTO policy.

STGi is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.