Consulting Psychiatrist

Position Summary

The (consulting) Psychiatrist, within their scope of practice, delivers comprehensive psychiatric and medication services to clients of El Centro De Amistad. These services extend to clients enrolled in our outpatient programs, catering to children, youth and adults. Psychiatry sessions may be delivered via Agency-authorized virtual platform, or by in-office sessions, however, must be effective for clients and their families.

• Conduct initial evaluations and follow-up sessions to diagnose and treat mental health disorders.
• Prescribe, direct, and monitor psychotherapeutic treatments and medications to treat each client’s specific diagnoses and conditions.
• Obtain informed consent and maintain accurate client records and histories relevant to their ongoing treatment episodes.
• Collaborate with mental health professionals and paraprofessionals to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Work with families and/or conservators when requested and necessary for the treatment of individual clients.
• Complete any necessary legal documents related to medication prescription
• Order necessary laboratory tests and analyze and evaluate results.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic health records (EHR).

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) with excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must maintain a valid license to practice medicine in the State of California (MD).
• Must maintain a current DEA certificate.
• Must have their own electronic prescription account.
• Must possess knowledge and experience working with individuals with severe psychiatric disorders and co-occurring disorders, including children, youth, and adults.
• Must carry malpractice insurance.
• Must have a reliable vehicle/access to transportation:
  Current valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance and insurable by the agency’s insurance carriers.
• Must clear HIPAA certification, Department of Justice, and TB clearance. (do we still ask for COVID clearance and/or exemption?)

• Comfortable working with clients who may be resistant to treatment and medication.
• Must have great organizational skills, be detail oriented and a self-starter with the ability to multitask.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with all team members in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Candidate needs to be motivated and able to communicate effectively, and efficiently, both verbally and in written format.
• Proficient in electronic medical record documentation and electronic prescribing.
• Experience with Department of Mental Health (DMH) documentation expectations and practices.
• Strong computer literacy including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Adobe PDF, Outlook, Google Drive, Internet, and other standard equipment