Tele-Psychiatrist

Company: Corizon Health, Inc.
Location: Ionia
Posted on: February 22, 2021

Job Description:

As the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation is evolving, the Corizon clinical and operational leadership teams are actively monitoring the flow of information from public health sources and assuring that our sites are prepared in the event of an outbreak at a site or within their communities. We have provided all site teams with the necessary information from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) regarding screening, isolation, and communication protocols in the event of confirmed cases. We remain in constant communication with all site teams regarding this issue and will continue our updates as CDC and health department information evolves.--- Our priority is to keep our team members safe and healthy so that they can continue to provide quality service to those entrusted to our care, and to help our client partners be fully prepared. Looking ahead, we will continue to monitor the situation and prepare to make any adjustments necessary to address any changes in the situation at our local sites or as recommended by government health authorities.--- Correctional healthcare is not just a job. It's a calling. By choosing a career with Corizon Health, you are choosing the opportunity to truly make a difference in the health, well-being, and future of the patients you serve. We take pride in being a pioneer provider of correctional healthcare. As a Corizon Health professional, you have access to the resources and support to enhance your skills, build a solid foundation to reach your career potential, and contribute to the care and well-being of an underserved population. There is no greater calling. Join Corizon Health today and be part of our legacy of innovation and clinical expertise. Responsibilities We have an excellent opportunity for a Tele-Psychiatrist with our team at the Michigan Reformatory located in Ionia, Michigan. Here are the responsibilities: Provide Tele-psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for inmates referred by medical or/and clinical services staff. Provide written summaries of history, diagnosis and treatment course. Where applicable, provide psychiatric services for inpatients, assessment and diagnosis, staffing treatment planning, and regular review of all inmates assigned. Where applicable, provide psychiatric services for all inmates referred to Healthcare Unit for those inmates in the general population who need regular psychiatric/mental health follow up. Where applicable, provide psychiatric services for those inmates who need to be transferred to Mental Health facilities. Services to include work up and any court hearing testimony needed. Where applicable, act as regular psychiatrist and participate in the treatment programming and planning for the Mental Health Unit, duties include regular staffing and contact with Mental Health Unit staff and supervisor, discussion of problem cases, follow up and monitoring of medication, and general psychiatric input. Provide medication management to all inmates admitted to the Mental Health Unit. Provide individual and/or group therapy as appropriate. Approve all admissions and discharges into the Mental Health Unit. Approve, sign and monitor the implementation and efficiency of treatment plans. Provide in-service education to the Mental Health Unit staff as needed. Be available on a scheduled basis for the on-call needs of the Mental Health Unit. Participate in Treatment Audit Committee. Experience & Requirements Must be a graduate of medical school and have completed an appropriate psychiatric residency. Must be licensed to practice in the applicable state and certified by the Office of Mental Health to provide psychiatric services in a licensed inpatient unit. Current DEA number will need to be provided. A background check, security clearance and drug screening are required for this role. Corizon Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, Vietnam era veteran, or disabled Veteran status. EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Not ready to apply? Connect with us for general consideration. Corizon Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, Vietnam era veteran, or disabled Veteran status. EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans

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