Psychiatrist jobs in Fort Smith, AR

Adelphi is seeking a psychiatrist to provide services at an intermediate care facility located in Booneville, Arkansas. The ideal candidate should have experience working with adults with intellectual disabilities, and severe/chronic mental illness.

Job Quick Facts
• Ref #: BD-199-01
• Profession: Physician
• Specialty: Psychiatrist
• Job Type: Locum
• Location: Booneville, Arkansas
• Facility Type: Intermediate Care
• Coverage Type: Clinical
• Shift Schedule: 1 day per week
• Travel, lodging, and malpractice insurance covered

Requirements:
• Active Arkansas license
• BC/BE in Psychiatry
• BLS/ACLS Certification
• DEA Certificate

Responsibilities:
• Conduct psychiatric evaluations onsite to assess whether the client has a psychiatric disorder.
• Provide consultations onsite providing recommendations for further evaluation, treatment, medication, or other changes of condition.
• Provide a written report for all individuals evaluated to include diagnoses, and appropriate short-term and long-term service needs.
• Determine the appropriate treatment plan in conjunction with recommendations by the facility's Medical Director.
• Conduct medication assessments and provide medication management onsite, by telephone or telehealth, with the approval of the facility superintendent.
• Participate in the development of new psychiatric service options for individuals with dual diagnoses.
• Assess the client’s need for medication.
• Conduct quarterly reviews of the progress of each client receiving medication for behavioral and/or psychiatric reasons.
• Provide professional testimony in court as requested by the facility.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings as requested by the facility's superintendent.
• Make recommendations to the team and primary care physician for changes in medications and/or treatment plans based on the clinical information received.
• Immediately report incidents in accordance with DHS Policy 1090 and other applicable federal and state laws and regulations.
• Work closely with other medical professionals regarding patient care.
• Be available to take emergency calls to address behavioral crises as needed for the facility.
• Provide services in accordance with the American Psychiatric Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines.