Description: The primary role of the Psychiatrist will be to provide trauma-informed, patient-centered, culturally competent and affirming care to a diverse patient population within an LGBTQ+ health center. The Psychiatrist will be an integral part of a mental health team imbedded in a physical health center.
General Duties and Responsibilities:
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Work collaboratively in a team-based environment with other mental health clinicians, staff, and primary care providers
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Assess patients by conducting psychiatric evaluations
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Analyze data and results of screening tools to assist in diagnosing patients and evaluating treatment response
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Diagnose mental health disorders, provide recommendations for treatment, and prescribe medications when indicated
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Provide follow-up for monitoring symptoms and treatment response
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Monitor for medication side effects
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Collaborate with patients in developing treatment plans that address their mental health concerns and psychosocial needs
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Collaborate with patients in creating safety plans
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Routinely assess patient safety and refer to higher level of care when indicated
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Provide crisis intervention as needed
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Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and case managers in the practice to monitor symptoms and address whole-patients needs
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Collaborate with outside physicians, therapists, service coordinators, and/or other clinical professionals to address treatment goals, clinical progress, and other patient needs
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Gather and maintain patient information and records in the EMR, including medical history, medication history, and psychosocial history obtained from patients
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Gather information from primary supports and/or other professionals when clinically indicated or requested by patients
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Provide information to family/primary supports when requested by patients and make sure an ROI has been signed
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Complete all necessary clinical documentation in an accurate and timely manner
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Participate in weekly Collaborative Care team meetings
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Collaborate with PCPs and Collaborative Care Manager to assist in management of mental health disorders treated in the primary care clinic
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Improve staff competence by providing training and education regarding the interrelationship between psychiatric disorders, physical illness, psychosocial concerns, and medications
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Keep up-to-date on clinical care by participating in continuing medical educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations
Licensure and Clearances:
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Current and valid board certification, or pending initial certification, in Psychiatry
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Medical degree from an accredited medical school and completion of an approved psychiatric residency
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Active and unrestricted license to practice medicine in Pennsylvania
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Active and unrestricted DEA licensure.
- Successful passing of Child Abuse and FBI Clearances.
Requirements:
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Excellent knowledge of current DSM diagnoses, criteria, and treatment standards
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Strong working knowledge of general psychiatric principles and practices
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Strong communication and people skills.
- Experience with patient-centered, trauma-informed care.
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Demonstrated skill in managing difficult situations utilizing de-escalation techniques and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in team-based care.
- Strong LGBTQ+ cultural competency, including being gender sensitive and pronoun aware
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Experience working in community mental healthcare.
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Understanding of the relationship between physical health, mental health, and social determinants of health.
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Commitment to providing high quality care to historically underserved populations.
- Knowledge and comfort working with patients with drug and alcohol use disorders.
- Knowledge and comfort using evidence-based treatment modalities such as Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, brief interventions, CBT, DBT and other psychotherapeutic techniques.
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Understanding of how to navigate medical systems.
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Knowledge of basic computer skills, Excel, Word, and how to use Electronic Medical Records.
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Punctuality and impeccable attendance
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Non-judgmental approach to patient care
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Patience and great attention to detail
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Completely understand the healthcare privacy laws as outlined in HIPAA
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Ability to work in a fast paced and, at times, excited atmosphere
