Psychiatrist - Central City Health

• Ensures all actions, job performance, personal conduct and communications represent the organization in a highly professional manner.
• Performs comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication reviews based on licensure and board- certified competencies.
• Analyzes and interprets patient histories, symptoms, physical findings, and/or diagnostic information to assign appropriate diagnoses; consults with primary care provider(s) as needed.
• Evaluates patient need for psychotropic medications and prescribes as indicated; provides medication reviews in order to monitor effectiveness of medication(s), compliance and identify any potential side effects that need intervention. 
• Counsels patients about drug regiments and possible side effects or interactions with other substances such as over- the -counter and herbal remedies and illicit drugs; provides verbal and written information to all patients for all prescribed medications.
• Detects and responds to adverse drug reactions with special attention to vulnerable populations.
• Conducts Abnormal Involuntary Movement Scale (AIMS) tests on patients at least quarterly.
• Systematically reviews and authorizes, by electronic signature, patient Individual Plan of Service (IPOS) and need for continuing treatment quarterly or more frequently, if indicated.
• Manages patient mental health through both acute and chronic episodes; recommends referrals for specialized medical services from community providers as appropriate and provides documentation to justify and assist in facilitating the referral. 
• Evaluates patients in need of psychiatric hospitalization and alternative treatment orders; assists with inpatient referrals as necessary and consults with clinical and hospital staff regarding treatment needs and aftercare plans.
• Effectively communicates with other health care providers or community resources to provide comprehensive, all-encompassing care. 
• Collaborates with treatment staff in the treatment planning processes, progress reviews, transfers, and discharges.
• Educates patients about self-management of diagnosed mental illnesses.
• Orders, performs, and interprets the results of labs/diagnostic tests as appropriate for patient diagnosis and prescribed medication regimens.
• Recommends interventions to modify behaviors associated with health risks. 
• Provides quality care to patients by following the most current evidence-based guidelines and procedures of practice.
• Maintains compliance with productivity requirements ensuring timely completion of documentation (within 24 hours of the kept appointment) and thorough and accurate coding of patient visits. 
• Participates in a multidisciplinary care team and identifies problems and provides feedback to team members regarding a solution; contributes to the integration of services including primary care, behavior health, dental services and supportive housing; serves as a resource to other providers and staff. 
• Communicates clearly, concisely and accurately, creating a working climate that provides growth and job satisfaction.
• Demonstrates compliance with all policies, procedures and state/federal regulations; participates in the development of agency policies and programs to assure FQHC, NCQA, and other regulatory standards.
• Ensures continuous flow of communication with the leadership team to enhance the quality of healthcare service to our patients.
• Takes part in performance improvement activities such as team huddles, quality assurance audits, continuing education, Patient Centered Medical Home processes, medication administration reviews, and peer reviews.
• Participates in meetings/conferences and continuing education and demonstrates a genuine desire to develop strategies for improved clinic operations and high-level patient care.
• Maintains economical and efficient patient care in a clean and safe environment.
• Assures patients’ rights are being maintained at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

• Must possess a valid Michigan licensure as a Medical Doctor and be eligible for appropriate credentialing.
•  Must meet all Continuing Education requirements.
• Prior treatment experience working with people with serious mental illness required; prior experience working in a community mental health or FQHC setting preferred
•  Must be able to work cooperatively with staff and others involved in the delivery of service to patients
•  BLS and ACLS preferred
•  Experience in managing multiple tasks simultaneously and meeting critical deadlines.

Central City Health will be recognized in the community as a premier provider of accessible comprehensive behavioral and physical health care, substance abuse services, and housing opportunities that lead consumers toward self-sustainability. Our mission is to achieve wellness in the community by providing an array of primary and behavioral health care, housing and substance abuse services with dignity and respect.Vision