Psychiatrist-Texas
Job at a glance
Job description
Position: Full-time onsite Psychiatrist (telemedicine 1–2 days possible, onsite preferred)
Schedule: 8a–5p, Monday–Friday
Term: 3–6 months
Start Date: November 1 (immediate need)
Setting & Patients:
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Civil Committed and Forensic Committed patients (non-maximum security prison)
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Patients have been determined not a threat to society or dangerous
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Mostly male; some female patients on separate ward
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Acute/chronic inpatient mix, 16–20 patients per Psychiatrist
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Part of a multidisciplinary recovery team
Responsibilities:
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Psychiatric evaluation and management of 16–20 patients
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Participation in multidisciplinary treatment planning
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Court testimony may be required
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No call or on-duty requirements
Licensure/Certification:
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Must be licensed by the Texas Medical Board
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DEA license required
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Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry