Description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Opportunity: Psychiatrist (Adult or Child)

Our organization is seeking a dedicated Psychiatrist to join our team, focusing on outpatient care.

Work Schedule

• Days: Monday to Friday
• Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Patient Load: 12-15 patients daily
• On-Call: No on-call duties required

Collaboration and Support

There is an opportunity to engage with medical students and residents if desired, though this is not mandatory. You will benefit from a robust support team, including:

• Team supervisors
• Case managers
• Community support specialists
• Schedulers
• Nurses
• Primary care consultants

Additionally, an on-site pharmacy and pharmacist are available to assist with patient care.

Compensation and Relocation

We offer a competitive base salary that allows you to focus on delivering quality care, along with relocation assistance for those moving to join our team.

About Us

Our organization operates as a community health center, providing and coordinating behavioral health services for over 8,000 adults with serious mental illnesses and children with significant emotional disturbances across several counties, including St. Louis City and surrounding areas. As an Administrative Agent for the Missouri Department of Mental Health (DMH), we play a crucial role in facilitating access to mental health services funded by DMH and act as a gatekeeper for the public mental health system.

Role Purpose

The primary goal of this position is to deliver exceptional care by ensuring the safety and well-being of patients within your assigned service area.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with patients, families, and healthcare team members to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes.
• Oversee the medical care of assigned clients.
• Engage in performance improvement initiatives, task forces, and committees.
• Conduct and document patient histories and mental status examinations in medical records.

QualificationsMinimum Requirements

• Education: Doctorate in Medicine
• Experience: No prior experience required
• Licenses & Certifications:
  • Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration
  • BNDD - applicable state certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Licenses & Certifications:
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Psychiatry Residency/Board Eligible

Benefits and Opportunities

We are committed to supporting your overall well-being and that of your family through a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available from the first day of the month following your hire date
• Disability insurance provided at no cost to you
• Annual 4% automatic retirement contribution
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions
• Tuition assistance available from your first day
• Access to the BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Paid Time Off that combines vacation, sick leave, holidays, and personal time
• Adoption assistance

For more details, please refer to our Benefits Summary.

Note: Not all benefits are applicable to every position. This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the role and does not encompass all responsibilities, duties, and qualifications required for this position. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.