Psychiatrist - Criminal Justice - Mental Health Cooperative Inc

Join Mental Health Cooperative, an innovative healthcare agency that believes relationships matter and are the most important part of our services. We combine community-based care management, psychotherapy, psychiatry, crisis services, and primary care into our integrated, person-centered system of care. We work in a multi-disciplinary team model where you can make a difference, and we are proud to have been ranked as a Top Workplace for four consecutive years.

We offer:

• Competitive market compensation
• Immediate 403(b) matching eligibility and a generous PTO plan
• Best-in-Class healthcare for you and your family
• A variety of benefits savings programs and other perks
• Training & Career Growth Opportunities

Ranked one of Tennessee's top places to work, MHC is a rare and special place where outstanding company culture is intentional. Where clients and associates are treated the same, as equals. Mental Health Cooperative, Inc. (MHC) was formed in 1993 to serve individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Since then, we have expanded our services to children and adolescents with severe emotional disorders across Middle and East Tennessee. Our sole purpose is to support and treat those challenged with serious mental illness and poverty. Although based out of Nashville, we serve several communities across middle and East Tennessee with satellite offices in Antioch, Gallatin, Dickson, Columbia, Cleveland, Murfreesboro, Clarksville, Cookeville, Chattanooga, and Memphis. If you are interested in joining a team that is caring, collaborative, innovative and energizing this might be a great place for you!

Job Title: Psychiatrist - Criminal Justice

Location: Davidson County Sheriff's Office facilities

Schedule: Mon-Fri 8a-4:30p (37.5 hours/week) (Schedule is flexible, options for 4-day, 9-hour work-week also available)

Salary: $200k-$250k range with additional pay for experience

JOB SUMMARY: To provide psychiatric services to individuals incarcerated in the Davidson County Sheriff's Office facilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Evaluate and diagnose individuals who are experiencing a psychiatric emergent/urgent or routine condition who are incarcerated.
2. Pharmacological treatment for patients including prescribing medications, as well as providing follow up.
3. Supervise Nurse Practitioners and/or residents as assigned.
4. Coordinate Psychiatric aspects of treatment with the Correctional Mental Health staff (Nurse, Mental Health Specialist, Discharge Planner).
5. Provide clinical supervision and education to Correctional Mental Health Team.
6. Attend multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and provide consultation by telemedicine and phone when needed.
7. Consult with physicians providing medical care for patients as necessary and assist with communication to them.
8. In conjunction with Correctional Mental Health Services Program Director, create and revise clinical forms and tools as needed.
9. Manage and monitor the use of psychotropic medications in the Correctional Program with the Healthcare Provider (Wellpath).
10. Attend collaborative meetings with the HealthCare Provider (Wellpath).
11. Attend weekly provider meetings at MHC and provide education to peers as directed by the agency Medical Director.
12. In conjunction with the Correctional Mental Health Services Program Director, actively participate in the Quality Improvement Process to ensure care provided is meeting industry standards and contract requirements
13. Complete all documentation in a timely manner in the designated electronic health record.
14. Attend MH Team meetings
15. Promptly communicate with team members regarding any treatment concerns.
16. Complete evaluations as necessary for issues of capacity, disability, involuntary hospitalization, etc.
17. Available to provide on-call phone consultations as needed.

REQUIREMENTS

• Medical degree (M.D.) in Psychiatry (Licensed in State of Tennessee)
• Valid Tennessee Driver's License
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)
• Acceptable Criminal Background Investigation
• Personal Automobile Insurance

ABOUT YOU

Clinical Skills

• Obtains up to date thorough knowledge of psychiatry and psycho-pharmacology
• High level of communication skills with consumers
• Familiarization with current journals and other published information

Communication

• Ability to communicate with different levels of consumers and co-workers
• Good ability to do written evaluations

Time Management/Organization

• Meet deadlines
• Prepared for meetings
• Progress notes and verbal orders are entered timely
• Plan PTO in advance
• Flexibility to adapt to different clinical settings when needed (Routine, Urgent, Emergent)

BENEFITS

Mental Health Cooperative offers a full comprehensive benefit plan for you to participate in. The following products are available:

• Medical Insurance/Prescription Drug Coverage
• Health Savings Account
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Cancer Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• 403b - Retirement Plan
• Calm App for medication and mental health
• Gym membership discounts

Mental Health Cooperative embraces inclusion, diversity and equal opportunity. We're committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Mental Health Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

For nearly 30 years, Mental Health Cooperative (MHC) has been helping adults with severe mental illness and children with serious emotional challenges live quality lives in the community with ongoing support and treatment. MHC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We maintain a drug-free workplace.