Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician

Adelphi is seeking a Psychiatrist to perform duties for a county jail in Williamson, Texas. The Psychiatrist will provide comprehensive psychiatric care to incarcerated individuals, ensuring the delivery of high-quality mental health services in a correctional setting. Job Quick Facts :

• Reference : BD-649-01
• Profession : Physician
• Specialty : Psychiatry
• Location : Williamson County, Texas
• Facility Type : Jail
• Coverage type : On-Site
• Job Type : Contract
• Contract Duration : 4 years
• Schedule : Minimum of 16 hours / week
• Start Date : N / A
• Compensation : $250 - $285 / hr Requirements :
• Doctoral or post-graduate degree
• Active Texas License
• BE / BC Responsibilities :
• Provider will provide out-patient psychiatric attention to all inmates requiring such attention.
• Provider shall prescribe medication per the Sheriff s Office s defined psychotropic medication formulary.
• Provider shall develop and write standing orders for use by the jail staff in the handling of the psychiatric needs of the inmates.
• Provider shall utilize the EMR (Electronic Medical Record) system provided by Williamson County.
• Provide consultation and guidance to other healthcare providers and correctional staff regarding the mental health needs of inmates.
• Respond to psychiatric emergencies and provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Provider will coordinate care with the contracted Medical Director and Williamson County Jail Medical Supervisor.
• Stay current with advancements in psychiatric care and participate in continuing education opportunities.