Psychiatrist

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MEDI KO :
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The Psychiatrist will provide comprehensive mental health care to patients in a correctional setting, including psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, treatment planning, and medication management for individuals with mental health disorders. This role will collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure integrated, evidence‑based care. The Psychiatrist will also maintain accurate medical records, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and support the overall mental health program within the facility.

• Comprehensive Psychiatric Care:
  Provide high‑quality, evidence‑based psychiatric care to inmates, including the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and substance use disorders.
• Treatment Planning:
  Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for inmates, considering their unique psychological, social, and physical needs. Ensure treatment plans are in line with best practices and updated based on ongoing evaluations.
• Medication Management:
  Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychotropic medications for inmates as part of their treatment plan. Conduct regular medication reviews to assess efficacy, side effects, and patient compliance.
• Psychiatric Evaluations:
  Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, including mental status exams and risk assessments, to diagnose mental health conditions and determine the appropriate course of treatment. Perform psychiatric evaluations for intake screenings as required.
• Crisis Intervention:
  Provide psychiatric crisis intervention for inmates experiencing acute mental health episodes or emotional distress. Ensure timely and effective treatment to manage self‑harm risks, suicidal ideation, and aggressive behaviors.
• Therapeutic Interventions:
  Offer individual and group psychotherapy sessions, utilizing evidence‑based therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), or other psychotherapeutic techniques to address a range of psychological concerns.
• Collaboration with Healthcare Team:
  Work closely with other healthcare professionals, including primary care physicians, psychologists, nurses, social workers, and correctional staff, to ensure coordinated care for patients with complex mental health and medical needs.
• Behavioral Health Support:
  Provide mental health education to inmates, correctional staff, and other medical personnel, helping to reduce stigma surrounding mental health and improve understanding of psychiatric disorders and their treatment.
• Documentation and Record Keeping:
  Accurately document psychiatric assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, medication management, and any changes in patient conditions. Maintain timely and accurate medical records in compliance with facility protocols, HIPAA, and legal requirements.
• Mental Health Support for Special Populations:
  Provide specialized care for inmates with mental health conditions, including those with co‑occurring substance use disorders, traumatic brain injuries, or histories of abuse. Address the mental health needs of high‑risk or vulnerable populations such as those in segregation or those with suicidal ideation.
• Risk Assessment and Management:
  Conduct regular risk assessments for suicidal ideation, violent behavior, and other potential threats…