Pediatric Psychiatrist evaluates, diagnoses, and treats mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders affecting children, adolescents, and their families. Diagnoses disorders, including nature and extent, determines the appropriate course of treatment, and discusses these treatment plans with the child or adolescent and the responsible adults. Being a Pediatric Psychiatrist prescribes medication when necessary. May need to act as an advocate for the best interests of the patient. Additionally, Pediatric Psychiatrist requires a MD degree from an accredited school. Requires a valid state license to practice. May report to a medical director. Pediatric Psychiatrist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Psychiatrists are encouraged to consider an available full-time Staff Psychiatrist position at the Patrick B. Harris Psychiatric Hospital in Anderson, South Carolina.
In this role, you will provide inpatient psychiatric care to a small caseload of adult patients, most of whom have serious and persistent mental illness. You will be supported by a robust multidisciplinary team.
High quality patient care and positive clinical outcomes will be your priorities. You will practice in an environment void of managed care influence, free of productivity quotas, and without incentives to discharge patients prematurely. You will have the freedom to spend ample time with your patients to ensure they attain improved mental health.
You can expect to enjoy an outstanding professional / personal life balance, as well as:
The Patrick B. Harris Psychiatric Hospital is a well-respected, 200-bed, Joint Commission accredited hospital which is operated by the South Carolina Department of Mental Health. Selected members of the hospital’s medical staff worth through a collaborative long-term agreement with Liberty Healthcare.