Psychiatry - Addiction Physician

• We are open to both options
• A provider who can see patients 5+ to all ages
• OR
• A provider who can see patients aged 5
  -17

Principle Responsibilities:

• The following are the essential functions of the position. Contracted doctors are responsible for carrying out these functions:
• Assumes psychiatric assessments/evaluations and mental status examinations (MSE ) of patients/clients and providing diagnosis according to the current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) approved by the American Psychiatric Association (APA).
• Use Hope s current electronic health record system and follow Santa Clara County Psychiatric Medical Guidelines. Interface closely with medical director, nurses, clinicians and case managers for a client-centered approach to mental health care.
• Obtains and reviews data, including laboratory and other diagnostic procedures or consultations pertinent to the evaluation and treatment of patients/clients
• Provides detailed written reports of assessments/evaluations, MSEs, diagnoses and summaries of treatment provided, and completes all medical records as required.
• Provides specialized input in the development and implementation of individualized mental health treatment planning for assigned patients/clients, including diagnosis in collaboration with the clinical staff.
• Provides psychiatric services in outpatient clinics (via telehealth, and/or in the office)
• Provides consultation, review, and peer guidance for other psychiatrists or therapists in the evaluation and treatment of patients.
• Consults with the medical director or clinic Director about policies and issues relating to the evaluation and treatment of mental health patients/clients as necessary.
• Participates in quality assurance, quality improvement and performance improvement programs and activities when needed.
• Provides expert advice and counseling for client families and care givers regarding patient/client issues, problems and course of treatment, presenting information about mental health diagnoses, intellectual disabilities and how the two intersect.
• Prepares legal and other court-related documents, written reports, and various forms when deemed necessary and appropriate.

Required knowledge,

Skills and Abilities:

Environmental Conditions and

Physical Requirements:

A clinical office environment working closely with others as part of an interdisciplinary team as well as with persons served, sitting for periods of time in meetings and use of office environment; produce work on computers/office equipment.

Clarifications: