Psychiatrist - Contract
Company: Lake Behavioral Hospital
Location: Waukegan
Posted on: May 9, 2024
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Job Description:
JOIN OUR TEAM AS A PSYCHIATRIST!Your Work Matters How will you
make a difference?The Psychiatrist coordinates decision-making
processes in assessing, diagnosing, and managing the medication of
psychiatric patients. Working collaboratively with a diverse team,
including registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, mental
health technicians, social workers, therapists, and educators, the
Psychiatrist conducts clinical assessments and crafts treatment
plans to ensure safe, therapeutic, and competent patient
care.Conduct timely and comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for
both adult and adolescent patients upon admission.Develop treatment
plans addressing cognitive, emotional, developmental, social, and
behavioral disorders.Utilize psychotherapeutic methods and
medications to provide effective patient treatment.Collaborate with
healthcare providers to maintain an interdisciplinary approach to
treatment.Enforce policies, procedures, and legal regulations to
ensure quality and safe patient service, adhering to CMS and Joint
Commission standards and state and legal regulations.Participate in
emergency consultations.Provide oversight of Nurse Practitioners
and ongoing training to enhance staff competence.Prescribe
pharmacologic interventions as necessary, considering the unique
needs of adult and adolescent patients.Review and sign applicable
laboratory and diagnostic test results.Communicate effectively with
patients, families, and stakeholders, fostering a person-centered
approach.Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient
records, adhering to hospital standards.Support hospital-wide
quality and performance improvement goals and objectives.Your
Experience Matters What were looking for:Education & Licensure:
MD/DO Degree from an Accredited University. Physician licensed to
practice under Chapter 18.71 RCW, Board Eligible or Board Certified
in Psychiatry.Experience: Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience
in a psychiatric settingAdditional Prerequisites: CPR
Certification. Completion of CPI training within 30 days of
employmentAdditional Skill Requirements:Understanding and adherence
to organizational Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, and policies and
procedures.Knowledge of code procedures.Knowledge of psychiatric
and medical procedures.Strong communication skills and a
professional demeanor are essential.Detail-oriented with effective
time management skills to handle multiple priorities in a
fast-paced environment.Self-starter with a high degree of drive,
initiative, forward-thinking, and follow-through.Ability to work
overtime and flexible hours as needed.Your Care Matters What we
provide for our team:Cafeteria On-Site + Discounted MealsEmployee
Engagement EventsEmployee Recognition ProgramFree
ParkingCompensation:This is a contract role and the expected
compensation range at $55.00 per patient visit at 15-20 patients
per day. Were eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and
consideration will be provided to experience and skill level. Join
us as our Psychiatrist!by Jobble
Keywords: Lake Behavioral Hospital, Waukegan , Psychiatrist - Contract, Healthcare , Waukegan, Illinois
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