Physician - Psychiatrist

Care Career

Leavenworth, KS

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Background Investigation, Basic Life Support (BLS), Clinical Facilities, Clinical Laboratory, Clinical Monitoring, Clinical Practices/Protocols, Correctional Health, Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM), Documentation, Healthcare, Identify Issues, Medications, On Call, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Psychiatry and Mental Health, United States Citizen
LOCATION
Leavenworth, KS
POSTED
2 days ago
PsychiatristLocation: Leavenworth, KSSetting: Federal correctional healthcarePay: $8,300/weekContract Length: 6 monthsSchedule: Full-timeCare Career is seeking a Psychiatrist for a full-time contract opportunity in a federal correctional healthcare setting in Leavenworth, KS.This role provides psychiatric care and clinical oversight for adult patients in a secure facility setting. The Psychiatrist will complete evaluations, provide DSM diagnoses, prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications, and support the overall mental health program within the facility.Responsibilities:* Provide direct psychiatric care to assigned patients* Complete psychiatric evaluations and DSM diagnoses* Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications* Order and review labs as clinically appropriate* Participate in treatment planning and interdisciplinary communication* Provide clinical guidance to facility mental health staff* Maintain accurate documentation and required reports* Participate in civil commitment proceedings and on-call coverage as neededRequirements:* MD or DO with psychiatry training* Must be board eligible at minimum to qualify for privileges* Active, unrestricted medical license* BLS certification required* Inpatient psychiatric experience preferred* U.S. citizenship required for federal clearance* Must be able to complete background, credit investigation, and facility clearance processClearance:Federal clearance is required and typically takes 4–6 weeks from initiation.Compensation:This position pays $8,300/week. Care Career partners with healthcare facilities to connect qualified providers with meaningful contract opportunities.PandoLogic. Keywords: Psychiatrist, Location: Leavenworth, KS - 66048

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