Job Summary
The Psychiatrist provides psychiatric care to residents in skilled nursing facilities. The role includes assessing and treating psychiatric disorders, creating individualized treatment plans, prescribing psychotropic medications, and supporting coordinated care with facility teams.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose and treat psychiatric disorders among skilled nursing facility residents.
- Develop appropriate treatment plans and prescribe psychotropic medications.
- Supervise staff involved in psychiatric care.
- Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate resident care.
- Maintain accurate and complete medical records.
Qualifications
- Valid MD or DO medical license.
- Current DEA certificate.
- Board certification in psychiatry or eligibility for board certification.
- At least five years of full-time experience in child or adult psychiatry.
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