Psychiatrist - Wellness Center

Role: PsychiatristReports to: Medical DirectorProgram: 1300- Integrated CareDepartment: Integrated CareLocation: Wellness Center- 345 S. San Pedro Street, Los Angeles, CA 90013Schedule: Variable (Monday-Thursday, 36 hours per week or Monday- Wednesday 30 hours per week)Status: Full-time/Exempt/Non-ManagementBenefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, 403(b) Retirement plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), etc.Openings: 1

Summary:The Psychiatrist will be responsible for assessing patients, diagnosing or ruling out mental disorders, prescribing treatments, documenting encounters and services, and conducting regular follow-up appointments to monitor the clients' progress.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Develops treatment plans by determining the nature and extent of psychiatric disorders and establishing treatment goals and methodologies, including prescription of psychotropic medications.Monitors and evaluates treatment results.Evaluates clients by interviewing client, family, and other persons; conducting physical examinations; observing behaviors; reviewing medical history and related documents; selecting, administering, and interpreting psychological tests; and ordering laboratory tests and evaluating results.Treats clients by utilizing psychotherapeutic methods and medications; discussing progress toward goals with clients; providing instructions; and monitoring effect of medications.Maintains interdisciplinary treatment by reviewing treatment plans and progress, and consulting and collaborating with primary care physicians, mental health therapists, nurses, and other health care providers.Assures quality and safe service for clients and staff by participating in utilization reviews; and remaining available for emergency consultations.Improves staff competence by providing discussions regarding the interrelationship betweenpsychosocial and physiological problems, psychotropic medications, crisis intervention, and related issues.Maintains historical records by documenting symptoms, medications, and treatment events and writing summaries.Completes communications and forms in regards to client cases as necessary by social services and other pertinent agencies.Updates job knowledge by participating in continuing medical educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations.

Qualifications:

Completion of a psychiatry residency or a combined family medicine/psychiatry residency in an ACGME-approved residency programCurrent BC/BE in Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)Valid state Medical license as MD/DOValid DEA certificateStrong understanding of advocacy and the role it plays in mental healthDetail-oriented with excellent time management, organizational, written, verbal, interpersonal, and computer skillsAble to learn quickly and work effectively with a wide range of constituencies and with minimal supervisionCurrent, valid California Driver's license with an acceptable driving recordStrong interpersonal and team building skillsAble to obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid certification

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge and experience in chemical dependency and substance abuse treatmentKnowledge of Medi-Cal documentation and requirementsMinimum 30 WPM typing speedBilingual Spanish

Work Environment:

Combination of field and office environmentRegularly required to sit, stand, bend; occasionally lift or carry up to 35 lbs.On occasion walk or drive to different local sitesWill necessitate working in busy and loud environmentsWill be exposed to elements like cold, heat, dust, noise and odorMay need to bend, stoop, twist and sit throughout the day