School Based Psychiatrist/ Nurse Practitioner 1099 Position

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Training & development
• Wellness resources

Benefits/Perks

• Careers Advancement Opportunities
• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation

Job Summary
We are seeking a professional and caring Psychiatrist to join our team! In this role, you will conduct psychological exams and testing, diagnose and treat psychological disorders, and assist patients in addressing dysfunctional behaviors through the use of psychotherapeutic methods and medicine. If you are an experienced Psychiatrist passionate about providing high-quality care, we want to hear from you!

This is a school based position. You will be required to support a charter school network.


Duties:

• Monthly visits to each of the Charter Schools clusters to spend 1 day providing psychiatry consult and services to students and setting a flex day to support any school within the network.
• At monthly visits, the psychiatrist will dedicate time to observe or consult with other clinicians and dedicate some time to provide direct services with kids.
• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and assessments of patients
• Diagnose and treat mental illnesses.
• Develop and implement treatment plans for patients, including medication management and therapy
• Monitor and evaluate the progress of patients through regular follow-up appointments
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and school stakeholders to provide comprehensive care to students.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records of students treatment and progress
• Consult with the special education coordinators at each school site to preview the day or confirm any high-priority needs.
• Stay informed about the latest developments in psychiatry through continuing education and professional development
• Student observations or case consults (for students who could be possible referrals to the your caseload)
• Scheule and set routine psychiatry appointments

Responsibilities

• Identify psychological, emotional, and behavioral concerns and provide diagnoses
• Create individualized treatment plans for each client
• Prescribe psychotherapeutic medication and adjust prescription according to patients response
• Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of patient information and treatment plan, including all medication information
• Consult with primary care physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure cohesive care is provided
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the latest professional developments and research

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited US-based medical school
• Current medical license and certification from the American Board of Medical Specialists (ABMS)
• Deep knowledge of various psychotherapeutic methods
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to explain complex medical concepts in an easy-to-understand manner
• Excellent observational and assessment skills

Flexible work from home options available.