Adelphi is seeking a psychiatrist to provide psychiatric services at a facility in Phoenix, Arizona. The psychiatrist will conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations on mentally ill patients and develop appropriate treatment regimens. Job Quick Facts: Ref #: BD-240-04 Profession: Physician Specialty: Psychiatry Location: Phoenix, AZ Facility Type: Hospital Service Setting: Inpatient Coverage Period: ASAP - Ongoing Job Type: Contract Coverage Type: Clinical Only Shift Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8a-5p - (5) 8-hrs or (4) 10-hrs Patient Demographics: Mentally-ill (all court-ordered) Patient Volume: 20-30 Case Mix: Acute Mental illness, Schizophrenia, etc. EMR: MyAvatar Support staff: Psychiatrists, Psychologists and PMHNPs are employed and available for assistance Requirements: Active AZ license BC/BE BLS DEA license Minimum 2 years experience Responsibilities: Conduct professional medical and physical examinations on patients. Make diagnoses and develop appropriate treatment regimens. Make electronic entries in patient medical record. Attend hospital meetings. Attend onsite patient court hearings to provide testimony for court proceedings, discussion with legal representatives/agencies and other duties as necessary. Administer medical treatment and diagnostic programs. Apply prior knowledge and training to unusual and varied medical and/or psychiatric conditions. Provide coverage for day Officer of the Day (OD) calls if requested. Respond to emergency calls and treatment(s). Direct work of professional staff. Work effectively with fellow medical staff and treatment team members such as psychologists, PAs, RNs, LPNs, CNAs, social workers, dietitians, therapists, etc. Any other duties as assigned.
