Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician

Job Overview Psychiatrist (Community Mental Health):
Compensation: $180 $ 220/hour

Location:

Huntingdon County, PA

Schedule:

Various Shifts, 7:00 AM 7:00 PM (Community-Based)

TAG Med Staffing is hiring a Psychiatrist (Community Mental Health) with our client in Huntingdon County, PA. In this community-based role, you will conduct psychiatric evaluations, manage treatment plans and medications, and support individuals with mental health and dual-diagnosis needs. You will also complete biopsychosocial assessments and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, person-centered care. Ideal for psychiatrists experienced in community mental health, IDD, and co-occurring disorders.

Responsibilities as the Psychiatrist (Community Mental Health):

• Clinical Evaluations: Conduct psychiatric evaluations for new consumers and perform annual reassessments for ongoing cases.
• Treatment Planning & Psychopharmacology: Develop individualized treatment plans and prescribe, manage, and monitor medications.
• Biopsychosocial Assessment: Complete comprehensive assessments that consider family dynamics, strengths, and cultural context.
• Dual-Diagnosis Support: Provide psychiatric expertise for individuals with co-occurring mental health and IDD needs in a community-based setting.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work with therapists, nurses, case managers, and support staff to ensure coordinated, high-quality care.

Qualifications for the Psychiatrist (Community Mental Health):

• Education: Medical degree (MD or DO) with formal psychiatric training required.
• Licensure: Active, unrestricted Pennsylvania medical license required.
• Certification: Board certification in Psychiatry required.
• Experience: 2+ years of post-residency experience in psychiatry, preferably within community mental health, dual-diagnosis, or IDD populations.
• Technical Skills: Strong diagnostic, assessment, and psychopharmacological treatment skills with proficiency in EMR documentation.
• Industry Knowledge: Understanding of community mental health models, IDD services, co-occurring disorders, trauma-informed care, and recovery-oriented practices.
• Skills & Attributes: Exceptional communication, compassion, and clinical judgment with the ability to collaborate effectively across interdisciplinary teams.
• Other: Must hold a valid driver s license with a clean record and have reliable transportation for community-based visits.

Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, TAG Med Staffing will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.