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Physician II/Psychiatrist-Piedmont Geriatric Hospital

***OFFERING UP TO $25,000- $15,000 FIRST YEAR- $10,000- 2nd year with additional 1 year tenure agreement***

Title: Physician II/Psychiatrist-Piedmont Geriatric Hospital

State Role Title: Physician II

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Piedmont Geriatric Hospital

Job Duties

The Staff Psychiatrist provides comprehensive psychiatric care to assigned patients and serves as a multidisciplinary treatment team leader. Responsibilities include conducting psychiatric, neurological, and physical assessments; reviewing diagnostic results; and developing and managing individualized treatment plans. The psychiatrist collaborates with physicians, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and other clinical staff, participates in treatment team meetings, and consults with internal and external healthcare providers as well as patients' families or legally authorized representatives regarding patient care. The position maintains accurate and timely medical documentation in accordance with established standards and provides clinical oversight and consultation to interdisciplinary staff and mid-level providers. The Staff Psychiatrist may serve as backup physician coverage when needed and participates in medical staff meetings, committees, and other clinical activities that support patient care and program operations. The role also includes contributing to staff education and maintaining professional competency through ongoing continuing medical education.

Minimum Qualifications

-Must possess an unrestricted license to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Virginia, or obtain one prior to the start of employment -Medical degree and completion of an ACGME-approved psychiatry residency or a psychiatry fellowship prior to the start of employment. -Current DEA controlled Substance registration/licensed or obtain one prior to the start of employment.

Additional Considerations

Prior Geriatric/Psychiatric Hospital experience.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Background Investigation: All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position. Under Virginia Code § 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services is prohibited from employing or using as volunteers, persons who have been convicted of specific ("barrier") crimes or persons who may be the subject of pending ("barrier") charges as listed under Virginia Code § 19.2-392.02. Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at 804-766-3322 during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). Equal Opportunity: Piedmont Geriatric Hospital (PGH) is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.* There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy. Veteran Preference: Piedmont Geriatric Hospital (PGH) is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members. We highly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply and respond accordingly on the state application. Benefits: Piedmont Geriatric Hospital (PGH) offers a comprehensive benefits package, including your choice of health plans, paid life insurance, retirement plans, 13 paid holidays, annual leave, family personal leave, sick leave, employee discount programs, and more!

Contact Information

Name: Tricia Wilson

Phone: 804-518-3339

Email: tricia.wilson@dbhds.virginia.gov