Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician
ICON Medical Network
Richmond, TX, 77406, USA
Richmond, TX, 77406, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- corrections psychiatrist
- inpatient psychiatry
- psychotropic medications
This position is for a locum corrections psychiatrist providing inpatient psychiatric care within a prison setting in Southeast Texas. Responsibilities include conducting evaluations, prescribing psychotropic medications, assisting with involuntary admission hearings, and collaborating with medical support staff. The role requires board certification, ACLS and BLS certification, and involves occasional testimony in civil commitment hearings.
LOCUM Corrections Psychiatrist 128770: Southeast, Texas Type of Provider(s) client will accept (Including Specialty): Psychiatrist Start Date: ASACDates: 3 months with possibility of extensionWork Schedule: Mon - Fri with 8-hour shiftsInpatient or Outpatient: Inpatient clinic setting within the prisonStaffing Mix: Will have medical support staff in the medical infirmaryDoes the Provider need to prescribe? YesCertifications required: ACLS; BLS - Must be AHA certified; Must be board certified or Board EligibleBackground Experience: Inpatient Psychiatry Credentialing Requirements/Timeframe: 14-21 daysAdditional Information:Will complete evaluations in D&E (Diagnostic and Evaluation) - up to 5 working days to stabilize and determine if patients need admission to a treatment trackWill also see patients who have already been admitted - treat with psychotropic medications, discharge back to assigned units when stablePsychiatrists will assist with involuntary admission hearings, compelled medication hearings, and evaluations/documentation for civil commitments to free world state psychiatric hospitals (inmates leaving the prison system who require additional psych treatment) - may be required to testify in commitment hearings occasionally - currently doing by Zoom/phone.Become an ICON: Never worry about your travel accommodations again! In addition to our in-house travel team, ICON is proud to partner with Christopherson Travel for additional after-hours support. All ICON providers will have access to comprehensive benefits including healthcare coverages through the Independent Contractors Benefits Association (ICBA). Weekly pay




