Psychiatrist FulltimeParttime

Psychiatrist 1099/W2 - San Leandro, CA Compensation: $150 - 180 hourly

Overview:
Nexus HR is looking for a Psychiatrist for a reputable clinic in San Leandro, CA. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in psychiatric care and a proven ability to evaluate, diagnose, and manage mental illnesses effectively.

Provide compassionate care and treatment needed for patients’ mental health well-being and other relevant aspects of mental health. Identify possible mental health issues; diagnose and provide treatment plans accordingly through therapies, medications, or a combination of both. Refer patients to other allied medical and non-medical professionals to provide holistic care.

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage mental illness and prescribe and review appropriate medications
• Assess the condition of clients, from admission to an ongoing basis
• Develop and facilitate individualized medical treatment care plans
• Develop a therapeutic relationship with clients
• Successfully de-escalate situations regarding clients in psychiatric or emotional emergencies
• Perform administrative functions such as clinical charting and medication records
• Collaborate with physicians, psychologists, mid-levels, social workers, and other professionals to discuss treatment plans and progress
• Work collaboratively and respectfully with an integrated team of MDs, NPs, social workers, nurses, medical assistants, and support staff
• May act as collaborating physician/clinical supervisor for psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
• Knowledge of principles and practices of modern clinical psychiatry, including abnormal psychology, diagnostic interviewing, community psychology, and community mental health
• Determine the diagnostic and therapeutic techniques needs of individual situations, take effective course of action, and follow through with effective treatment plans
• Culturally competent and able to work with a diverse population
• Knowledge of psychological trauma, its effects on individuals and systems, and best practice treatment preferred
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and staff of all backgrounds and at all levels

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to learn new EMR software
• Board Certified in psychiatry, at least one year of experience as a licensed psychiatrist
• Active California Medical License issued by the Medical Board of California or the Osteopathic Medical Board of California
• Completion of a Psychiatry Residency
• Current California Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) certificate in good standing
• Malpractice insurance (if contracted with locum)

• Monday to Friday, 30 hours per week
• Must be able to work for at least 6 months, preferably at least one year
• Clinical caseload of up to 25 patients a day