Psychiatry opening: Yuba City & Chico, CA
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Psychiatric-Mental Health
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Yuba City & Chico, California, California, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
4/15/24
Psychiatrists needed in Northern California
Openings in: Yuba City & Chico, CA
- Yuba City: 45 minutes to Sacramento, CA
- Chico, CA - 90 miles north of Sacramento
- Full Time
- Permanent
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
1) Assess and screen patients by conducting psychiatric evaluations, including
interviews, medical histories, physical exams, observations, and psychological
testing
2) Analyzes data and results of assessments to diagnose patients
3) Thoroughly document patients diagnosis, symptoms, medical and treatment
effectiveness
4) Develops comprehensive treatment plans, measure progress against the plan,
and make adjustments as needed
5) Prescribes and administers medications according to diagnosis
6) Monitors patient to determine efficacy and potential side effects of medications
7) Consults with other medical professionals and psychologists
8) Provides patients with emotional support and strategies to help manage their
disorder
9) Supervises and directs family nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other
mid-level providers
10) Other physician duties as assigned by supervisor
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
1) Must hold MD degree from an accredited medical school and completion of an
approved Psychiatric residency
2) Must be Board certified or eligible in Psychiatry
3) Must have completed and approved internship
4) Must hold a valid California State Physician and Surgeon License
5) Current CPR certification
6) Current DEA license
7) Must be sensitive to the corporations diverse patient populatio