Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician

Adelphi is seeking a Psychiatrist to provide person-centered psychiatric services in a long-term care facility in Ohio. The ideal candidates will be responsible for providing advice and consultation on psychiatric matters and conducting individual and group counseling and psychotherapy.

Job Quick Facts : Ref# : BD-396-01

Profession : Psychiatrist

Location : Sandusky, Ohio

Facility Type : Long-Term Care Facility

Job Type : Contract

Shift Schedule : TBD

Start Date : October 2023

Duration : 9 months

Rate : $235 / hr

Requirements : Ohio Licensure

Certification by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN)

Minimum of 5 years of medical practice in psychiatry

Medicare and Medicare Advantage Plans participants and other major third-party payers (e.g., UnitedHealthcare,Medical Mutual, Aetna)

Minimum of three (3) references in behavioral health services

Responsibilities :

Provide person-centered psychiatric services to nursing home residents, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations

Offer psychiatric advice, conduct evaluations, and develop treatment plans

Evaluate recommendations from the interdisciplinary team

Assist in program development and conduct psychiatric research

Conduct individual and group counseling, addressing various mental health issues

Conduct psychiatric evaluations and review relevant records and maintain documentation

Assess suicide risk, participate in hearings, and provide coping strategies

Diffuse and de-escalate issues, role modeling positive behaviors

Recommend policies and procedures for resident assessment and treatment

Evaluate residents' mental status and competence

Prepare statistical reports summarizing progress and interventions

Consult and collaborate with mental health professionals and stakeholders, serving as an advisor on psychiatric matters

Supervise and attend to other psychiatric professionals

Collaborate with the facility's administrators and medical team

Participate in staff development and in-service training programs

Conduct educational classes / in-services on behavioral issues

Follow safety procedures and provide training to facility staff, tailor curriculum to meet needs, and ensure comprehensive coverage

Provide contact information for communication purpose

Attend to emergency situations and respond to family calls and non-emergency calls promptly

Notify the facility in advance of planned absences and develop a coverage plan for vacations and absences

Perform other duties as assigned