Telehealth Psychiatrist - Corrections

Mindcare Solutions has an unwavering focus on achieving successful patient outcomes, harmonized seamlessly with a spirit of innovation. This synergy breathes life into an all-encompassing work environment that fuels collaboration. Rooted in our shared dedication to enhance national psychiatric access through superior patient care, we have nurtured MindCare Solutions into a thriving haven for those who yearn to make impactful contributions and flourish. 

Psychiatrist - Corrections

MindCare Solutions, is a leader in comprehensive mental health solutions in various settings: clinician owned and operated. We are seeking a Telehealth Corrections Psychiatrist to provide high-quality mental health care to individuals in a corrections facility.  The role involves leveraging telehealth technology to diagnose, treat and manage psychiatric disorders, ensuring continuity of care within a secure environment.  The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the unique challenges faced by incarcerated populations and a commitment to patient-centered care. 

Compensation:  $150 - $180 per hour (based on experience)

Schedule:  up to 40 hours per week; flexible hours available

Position Summary:

• 40 Hours/week, Monday-Friday (flexible schedule to fit provider) 
• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments to diagnose mental health disorders among the incarcerated population.
• Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications ensuring that treatment plans are effective and adjusted as needed
• Create individualized treatment plans that include medication management, psychotherapy, and other interventions appropriate for the correctional setting. 
• Prepare progress reports; provide recommendations regarding discharge plans; make case presentations; and assist administrative and medical staff in development of statistical reports on assigned inmates/residents.
• Maintain up to date medical records, ensuring compliance with facility policies, state regulations, and standards of care
• Maintain and monitor confidentiality of inmates/residents and their files; audit files to determine that all services provided are documented; review status of inmates/residents to verify that all treatment and therapeutic programs are completed.
• Review, process and respond (via corporate counsel) to lawsuits; provide expert testimony or psychiatric evaluations for legal proceedings involving inmates under your care
• Read, analyze, comprehend and interpret technical procedures or governmental regulations, legal and non-legal documents, including the processing of such documents as medical instructions, commitment orders, summons and other legal writs.
• Work closely with psychologists, social workers, nurses, and correctional staff to provide integrated and coordinated care
• Provide immediate psychiatric care in crisis situations, such as suicide attempts or acute psychiatric episodes, and work to prevent incidents through proactive mental health management
• Endeavor to comply with the requirements of applicable regulations, laws, rules, procedures, policies, standards and/or contract.

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