Licensed Psychiatrist

Centerstone is among the nation's leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people's lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Provides psychiatric services consistent with established guidelines for best practice interventions with adults, children or adolescents. Systematically assesses patient's health status, arrives at appropriate diagnosis(es), and implements care plans for effective clinical outcomes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains collaborative practice or Delegation agreements with Advance Practice Practitioners (Nurse Practitioners/Physician Assistants).

• Perform comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and provide medication management.
• Considers thorough range of treatment/preventive options and arrives at a recommended course of action that is age appropriate, culturally appropriate, realistic, and attainable.
• Participate in treatment team meetings for medical supervision, utilizing advanced knowledge of psychopathology and psychopharmacology to assist clinical team members in diagnosis, case formulation, and choice of treatment interventions.
• Participate in on-call rotation for daytime and nighttime emergency service coverage (with additional compensation).
• Supervise collaborative practice agreements with nurse practitioners.
• Appropriately manages patient care and health status following initiation of treatment/preventive plan, and monitors and adjusts as warranted.
• Communicates effectively with patients and family so that they understand their diagnosis, treatment plans and need for follow-up care.
• Educates and encourages patients to become an active participant in their own health care related behavior and provides patient education materials of use in encouraging wellness.
• Seeks consultation and advice by providing adequate information to consulting physicians and communicates request effectively or responds to such requests from the referral source in a courteous, professional, and timely manner.
• Documents and completes patient charts to facilitate ongoing quality of care in a timely manner (within one business day of the service provided).
• Performs appropriate medical procedures within scope of practice as defined by the Centerstone Health Services Credentialing and Privileging processes.
• Delegates directly and indirectly patient care activities to appropriate personnel. Responds appropriately to emergent situations.
• Maintains and improves skill level through participation in continuing medical education.
• Actively participates in clinical quality improvement initiatives. Takes actions to assure continuity of care for patients.

• Meets billable hour productivity standards.
• Collaborates in establishing production numbers to be budgeted and achieves targeted goal.
• Fulfills commitments for call assignments with clear communication and follow through on work initiated.
• Supports appropriate billing for professional service through timely documentation and maintaining adequate knowledge of the Centerstone Health Services, Inc. billing policies and procedures.
• Adheres to all relevant policies, procedures, and practice guidelines.
• Assists with the preparation for quality and third-party payor requirements.
• Responds to telephone calls in a timely fashion.

• Appropriately prescribes and orders ancillary services.
• Utilizes referral network appropriately.
• Promotes and appropriate length of stay for patients.
• Manages chronic health/disease conditions.

• Serves as a resource to colleagues and support staff, enhancing quality of care.
• Participates in the training and evaluation of clinic support staff.
• Regularly attends and actively participates in clinic staff meetings and provider group meetings.
• Participates in appropriate committee structure as appointed.
• Participates in community education and other professional activities to promote Centerstone Health Services, Inc., and the Health Center.

• Is aware of different customer needs/desires.
• Takes action to meet customer needs/desires with respect to customer diversity. Helps improve processes to meet customer needs.
• Suggest and acts on ideas to improve overall customer service.
• Respects confidentiality and shares information with only those that need to know.

• Seeks to understand and value differences between employees. Treats other employees with dignity and respect.
• Demonstrates open, honest communication and behavior.
• Resolves conflict in a positive manner.
• Contributes to the productivity of the workgroup.

• Complete all required learning relevant to the role.
• Comply with all relevant laws, regulations, and policies.
• Contribute to a safe work environment.

• Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.
• Proven leadership skills in a FQHC.
• Ability to complete clinical documentation within organization's policy standards.
• Able to maintain licensure requirements.

Education Level

Medical Doctor degree (M.D./D.O.) from a four-year medical school with a three-year residency in Psychiatry required.

Years of Experience

0-3 years of experience preferred.

Required Certification/Licensure

Unlimited license to practice medicine in Indiana. Board Certification in a specialized area of psychiatric practice is preferred, Board eligible required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Standing - 20%

Sitting - 80%

Squatting - occasional

Driving - occasional

Kneeling - occasional

Lifting - occasional

Bending - occasional

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Pay Range:

Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and ten paid holidays
• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion employee resource groups
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Centerstone does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our beliefs toward diversity and inclusion.

Our approach to diversity is simple-it's about embracing everyone. Together, we continue to develop an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our employees. It powers our innovation and connects us closer to each other, to our clients and the communities we serve. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the growing world around us, and where everyone feels empowered, safe and welcomed.