Psychiatrist Part Time 16 hours per week

NaphCare is hiring a Psychiatrist to join our team of medical professionals in the Pima County Detention Centerin Tucson Arizona. This position is Part Time 16 hours per week. There is also an option for this position to be Telehealth.

As a Correctional Psychiatrist you will oversee clinical responsibility for the mental health programs within the facility while working alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex mental health needs.

The Psychiatrist is responsible for providing comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnosing mental health conditions to facility residents that protects the rights dignity and health of our unique patient population. Additional responsibilities may include and not be limited to:

• Providing medication management therapy and other evidence-based treatment plans to address mental health needs
• Oversee the completion of mental health screenings and evaluations performed by others
• Responding to acute mental health crises within the facility
• Supporting the rehabilitation of patients and facilitating their successful transition back into the community
• Coordinate lead and participate in educational training activities related to mental health care
• Ensuring compliance with State and Federal mandates and regulations including court mandates and standards
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams including correctional staff psychologists social workers and other medical professionals to develop and implement treatment plans and ensuring staff are responsive to patients needs

Experience / Requirements / Qualifications

• Must hold a current unrestricted license as a Psychiatrist in Arizona
• A current DEA registration in State
• Must possess an active BLS/CPR Certification (AHA preferred
• Be certified in a Board recognized by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN)
• Must possess strong written communication and verbal skills and have strong computer skills.
• Experience with underserved and marginalized populations including those with mental health and substance use disorders
• Strong communication skills and ability to communicate with diverse individuals including other medical professionals correctional staff and judges
• Ability to interpret and analyze data to create treatment plans
• Knowledge of applicable laws regulations and industry standards
• Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Display integrity professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies procedures and legal requirements
• Must pass the facilitys criminal background check and drug screening

Physical Capabilities:

Must have the ability to stand for long periods lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds) bend squat reach push pull walk significant distances and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Why Join NaphCare

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare now may be the addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits we strongly support career advancement within the company.

NaphCare has a partnership with NetCE that provides CEU/CME for our staff. NetCE uses a rigorous peer review process to ensure that all activities and content are up to date. This service streamlines continuing education for all NaphCare Employees to meet state specific requirements for maintaining licensing.

If you would like to speak with me to learn more about this position and NaphCare apply directly to the position to initiate the application process and Ill be in touch.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

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