Onsite Psychiatry in Bakersfield, CA - Part-Time (10 hours per week)

Aligned Telehealth is looking for a part-time BC/BE Psychiatrist to provide onsite services in a Restoration to Competency Program in Kern County. This jail-based mental health treatment program serves individuals who have been found incompetent to stand trial. We offer competitive compensation and full malpractice coverage is provided.

Facility:Kern County Corrections

Location:Bakersfield, CA

Work Schedule:Part-time /10 hours per week (no weekends and no call)

Scope of Work:Patient caseloads are managed by the onsite Psychiatrist and Psych NP. Patients must be seen at least once per week, some are seen more frequently. There are approximately 30 patients in the treatment program currently. Psychologists conduct the forensic evaluations and assessments. The program has a full-time supervising psychiatrist that will work with the onsite medical providers. The acuity of the patient case load is high. The program does not force medicate patients and uses treatment protocols in a team-based approach. There is 24/7 onsite medical staff to serve patients medical needs and provide medication support.

Essential Credentialing Requirements:

• Must have active CA Medical License and DEA
• Must be BC/BE in Psychiatry

Aligned Telehealth, Inc. is a National Behavioral Health Hospitalist and Telemedicine Company delivering high impact Clinical Services in varied clinical settings including Acute Inpatient, C/L, ER Correctional and Outpatient settings.

***For immediate consideration, please send a copy of your CV to Aymee Sampson - Director of Provider Recruitment at: [Register to View]