Staff Psychiatrist (Norristown State Hospital)
Staff Psychiatrist (Norristown State Hospital)
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$ 212089 - 250505
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Job Description
THE POSITION
Join the esteemed legacy of Norristown State Hospital a cornerstone of mental health care in Pennsylvania where we have been dedicated to delivering exceptional services for many years. We are currently on the lookout for dedicated compassionate and skilled individuals to take on the pivotal role of Staff Psychiatrists within our treatment team. This is an exciting opportunity for you to apply your expertise and training in psychiatry to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve. If you are ready to contribute to a supportive environment that values hard work and passion for mental health we encourage you to submit your application today and become a vital part of our mission to enhance the well-being of our community. DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In the role of Staff Psychiatrist you will take on the pivotal responsibility of leading a multidisciplinary treatment team ensuring cohesive and effective patient care. Your duties will extend to providing coverage for fellow Staff Psychiatrists during their scheduled leaves or emergencies thereby maintaining continuity in psychiatric services. You will conduct thorough and formal psychiatric assessments meticulously reviewing all psychiatric diagnoses to ensure accurate treatment plans. This position entails performing and documenting comprehensive psychiatric evaluations of patients conducting monthly medication reviews and responding to urgent situations as they arise. Furthermore you will actively engage in the development of performance improvement initiatives and contribute to various hospital-wide programs enhancing the overall quality of care provided within the institution.
Interested in learning more Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment 37.5 hours per week
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday - Friday with a 30-minute lunch. May change based on operational needs.
- Evening weekend and holiday on-call hours may be required
- Overtime and travel as operationally necessary
- Telework:You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- Salary:In some cases the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- FREE parking!
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email including spam/junk folders for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirement:
- Completion of a residency or training program in psychiatry which meets the certification requirements of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology or the American Osteopathic Board of Neurology and Psychiatry.
Special Requirement:- You must possess a license to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as issued by the State Board of Medical Education and Licensure or the State Board of Osteopathic Examiners.
Other Requirements:
- PA residency requirementis currentlywaivedfor this title.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
- A conditional offer of employment will requirea medical examination and drug screening.
- This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
- Under the Act a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including but not limited to PA State Police and FBI clearance.
How to Apply:
- Resumes cover letters and similar documents willnotbe reviewed and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education).
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans go to click the Veterans Preference tab or contact us at.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit develop and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race color religious creed ancestry union membership age gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin AIDS or HIV status disability or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application including all supplemental questions serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
