Title: Psychiatrist
Supervisor: Medical Director
Job Summary:
A Psychiatrist has extensive and specialized training and education that allows them to provide a range of healthcare services. They will be responsible for providing comprehensive medical care to patients, including diagnosing and treating illnesses, conducting routine med-checks, and working with the treating clinician to create an effective treatment plan. They are patient-focused and committed to delivering high-quality patient care, staying current with medical advancements, and working collaboratively with a team of healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and assessments to diagnose mental health conditions.
- Assist in developing individualized treatment plans, including psychotherapy, medication management, and other interventions. Once treatment plans are reviewed, the psychiatrist must complete with signature.
- Maintain a physical on-site presence at Pittsburgh locations (Fox Chapel and Upper St. Clair) to meet the 50% on-site threshold required by 55 Pa. Code Chapter 5200.
- Prescribe, monitor, and adjust medications as needed, ensuring patient safety and well-being.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to coordinate care as well as the treating clinician to discuss patient progress.
- Provide formal clinical supervision and lead at least two clinical staff meetings per month, ensuring all supervision and consultations are thoroughly documented.
- Actively participate in the establishment and oversight of treatment standards and prescribing practices.
- Educate patients and families on mental health conditions, treatment options and medication compliance and provide resources when necessary.
- All counter signatures provided within legal and ethical timeframes (Examples of counter signatures - Review/Complete short term disability forms when appropriate)
- Review and complete prescription for ACT 106 cases at clinician’s request when necessary
- Monitor patients’ progress, make necessary treatment adjustments, and document care in medical records.
- Stay up to date with advancements in psychiatry, participating in continuing education and professional development.
- Respond to mental health crises and provide support, guidance, or appropriate referrals.
- Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and maintain a high standard of patient care.
- Participate in Quality Management (QM) processes and Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) committee activities, including internal chart audits and reviewing and signing off on quality assurance plans and reports.
Qualifications:
- Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution.
- Completion of an accredited psychiatry residency program.
- Board certification or eligibility in Psychiatry.
- Valid medical license to practice in the state of Pennsylvania.
- Must hold a current Drug Enforcement Administration registration to prescribe medications.
- Strong knowledge of psychiatric principles, therapies, and medication management.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Empathy, patience, and the ability to build strong patient relationships.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and work with minimal supervision.
- Experience with EHR software.
- Must pass all clearances including but not limited to criminal history and child abuse.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Subspecialty training (e.g., child and adolescent psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, addiction psychiatry).
- Experience working with diverse patient populations.
- Experience with crisis intervention and management.
It's important to note that Psychiatrist’s work in a variety of settings, including psychiatric hospitals, community mental health clinics, private practices, and integrated healthcare systems. Their scope of practice is influenced by state regulations and may vary based on the specific setting and collaborative
agreements in place. Additionally, ongoing professional development and staying informed about advancements in psychiatric care are essential aspects of this role.
This in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this 1099. The Psychiatrist will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties as requested by the Chief Therapeutic Officer.
I hereby acknowledge that I have reviewed and accepted the above job description for the position of Psychiatrist.
