Psychiatrist
Location: Evanston, Wyoming
Description: State of Wyoming is at present looking to employ Psychiatrist right now, this occupation will be reside in Wyoming. For detail informations about this occupation opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is seeking a dedicated and qualified psychiatrist who is committed to serving acutely mentally ill persons and become a valuable member of our staff at the Wyoming State Hospital. In turn, WDH will provide you with a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and and unmatched opportunity for professional growth and making a difference in the lives of severely mentally ill persons.This position provides clinical evaluations and treatment for patients under the care of the Wyoming State Hospital.
Enjoy a small town atmosphere only 100 miles from Salt Lake City, Utah, and 63 miles from Park City, Utah, with no state income tax, an average of 300 days of sunshine each year, wide open spaces, beautiful sunsets, and nearby access to skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, other outdoor activities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.
- Performs Psychiatric intake evaluations.
- Provides medications and provides psychiatric counseling for mental health issues.
- Reviews and monitors physical symptoms.
- Orders and interprets appropriate labs.
- Responsible for discharge planning.
- Coordinates with other disciplines including primary care staff and external healthcare providers.
- Trains and educates student nurses, psychology trainees, and staff from other disciplines.
- Leads therapeutic groups for patients.
- Responds to code blues and other emergencies.
- Serves as front-line management for safety calls and interventions.
- Follows hospital and state policy for the use of involuntary treatment.
- Participates in calls with guardians and family members in accordance with hospital policy.
- Provides written and oral testimony to courts.
- On-Call rotation with other providers.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference may be given to applicants who have experience in treating people who have acute mental illness.
KNOWLEDGE:
- Knowledge of psychiatric diagnosis, treatment, and medical conditions impacting patients.
- Knowledge of psychotherapy, side effects, risks and benefits.
- Knowledge of the guidelines, rules and regulations regarding prescribing practices.
- Knowledge of current legal liabilities, federal, state rules and regulations, and standard governing psychiatric rehabilitation care of the mentally ill.
- Knowledge of treatment intervention in highly complex case.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Board certified (or eligible) in Psychiatry and eligible for licensure to practice medicine in Wyoming.
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Physical ability to lift, twist, bend, pull and push up to 50 lbs.
NOTES:
- FLSA: Exempt
- This position is At-Will and will serve under the direction of the Medical Director.
- A background check, including fingerprinting, will be completed through the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation, the Wyoming Department of Family Services and the F.B.I. for every successful applicant.
- Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing will be conducted on safety-sensitive positions. Drug testing will be completed on any position if reasonable suspicion exists.
- The Wyoming Department of Health offers an excellent benefit package, including medical/dental/life/vision insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, state retirement plan, deferred compensation program and longevity pay.
Supplemental Information
048-Department of Health - Behavioral Health Division - Wyoming State Hospital
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This occupation will be opened on: Thu, 18 Jan 2018 02:50:45 GMT