Job Description

Job Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Psychiatrist to join our dedicated mental health team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in providing comprehensive psychiatric care to children and adolescents, This role involves assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with various mental health conditions, with a focus on delivering high-quality care to individuals across the age children and adolescent age group (ages 6-14).

Requirements:

• Medical degree (MD or DO) with a specialization in Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatry.
• Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Florida.
• Valid DEA License, Medicaid Provider ID and National Provider Identifier (NPI).
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience diagnosing and treating serious emotional disturbances in children and adolescents.
• Experience in providing psychiatric care in a residential settings, particularly with inpatient populations.
• Proficiency in psychotherapy techniques and mental health counseling practices.
• Proficiency in Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems.
• Knowledge of PTSD care methodologies is an asset.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Commitment to providing compassionate care while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough patient assessments to evaluate mental health needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
• Provide medication management to patients in an inpatient residential setting.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care for patients, including those with various mental health diagnoses, including PTSD.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Engage in continuous education and professional development to stay current with advancements in psychiatric practices.

Key Responsibilities: Clinical Care & Patient Services

Provide comprehensive psychiatric and medical services, including:

• Psychiatric evaluations and assessments.
• Medication consultation, prescription, and weekly follow-up.
• Monitor and manage side effects of psychotropic medications.
• Order, review, and follow up on laboratory tests as clinically indicated.
• Write and manage prescriptions, both electronically and on paper as required.
• Document psychiatric progress notes, detailing rationale for medications prescribed or discontinued.
• Referral to external providers or emergency services as needed.
• Participation in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings.
• Routine case review and clinical documentation.
• Educate children, parents, and/or caregivers on the indications, usage, and side effects of prescribed medications.
• Provide verbal medication orders to the Nurse Manager or designee when necessary.

Documentation & Compliance:

Review, approve, and sign:

• Individualized treatment plans.
• All required clinical documentation, forms, and compliance paperwork.
• Ensure strict adherence to Medicaid regulations, policies, and billing guidelines.

Team Collaboration & Leadership:

• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (clinical, nursing, educational, case management) in delivering integrated psychiatric care.
• Provide on-call support via telephone, as scheduled.
• Serve as a clinical leader to support effective, evidence-based care practices.
• Promote and ensure compliance with clinical practice guidelines.
• Foster a collaborative team environment committed to improving patient outcomes.

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