Primary And Psychiatric Integrated

Provides patient assessment, diagnosis and treatment plans in accordance with RI statutes, regulations and protocols. Collaborates with PCP, the nursing staff, and technical personnel, as well as the counselors. Provides psychiatric health services, education, counseling and emotional support. Refers patients for inpatient care, in collaboration with the PCP, as necessary. Issues medication prescriptions in accordance with treatment guidelines. Orders laboratory tests, interprets and explains the test results to patients. Provides patient education regarding medications, risks, benefits and reasonable outcome expectations. Communicates with patients and engages in follow-up as necessary. May also provide primary medical care services as indicated, in accordance with RI statues, regulations and protocols.

Remote position. Must be present 2 days a week in office for collaboration of care.

Integrated practice offering psychiatry/primary care, medication management, outpatient detox for drug/ETOH dependency, pain management, weight loss, hormone replacement