Psychiatrist/Medical - Monroe, WA, United States - State of Washington

Description

Please Note:
COVID Vaccine requirement for DOC employment NO LONGER REQUIRED

The mission of Mental Health Services is to provide quality medically necessary mental health care that promotes wellness to incarcerated patients.

This Psychiatrist 4 contributes to the agencies mission by providing quality mental health psychiatric services and evaluations utilizing the most current DSM for diagnostic clarification and medication management.

This role includes clinical oversight of psychiatric evaluation and treatment for all psychiatric prescribers at MCC, as well as healthcare consultation with other clinicians, administrators, and HQ regarding the patients as is appropriate and needed.

A completed application packet will include:
Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Assess, monitor, and interpret objective and subjective data collected about patients' health status to identify patterns and variances from the desired outcomes.

Diagnose mental health related symptoms based on the current DSM and determine mental health outcomes.

Participate as a member of the multidisciplinary team (MDT) in treatment planning with primary focus on evaluation, the current DSM diagnosis, and medical management.

Deliver health care, defining timeframes and pathways for delivery of services and determining priorities and sequences of care to be provided based on needs and as directed by the WA DOC Health Plan.

directing others about the urgency, timeframes, and methods to deliver health care on and off site; Analyze and evaluate the structures and timeframes for mental health service delivery; Participate in release planning, including prescribing appropriate release medications and assisting in the coordination of pertinent information to health care providers for patients scheduled for community-based care.

Collaborate and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to include computer and other electronic media with patients, their families, other health care providers, custody, and institutional personnel.

Develop collaborative relationships with staff to improve clinical work and continuity of care.

Legibly document subjective and objective clinical findings, the rationale, and plan for actions taken in the health record, computerized database, and on other approved DOC forms for optimal patient care.

All documentation will be in accordance with policy/procedure.

Maintain accurate, legible, and complete records of patient care including chart documentation using appropriate format of all patient requests for medical attention, objective data collected treatment administered, and patient education provided.

Assist in writing, evaluating, and revising nursing care plans and interdisciplinary treatment plans and completes other entries to support the problem-oriented health care record.

Protect the confidentiality of health records as mandated by law, professional standards, DOC Policy Directives, facility Operational Memorandums, and Health Care Unit procedures.

Treat all health records or health information as confidential and privileged.
Conduct or participate in meetings on clinical and administrative policy, research programs, and treatment techniques.
Confer with MDT on mental health and special needs of patients.
Participate in utilization review and quality improvement process.

Respond to verbal and written requests from offenders and institution staff, as directed, with information or advice consistent with statutes and procedures on health care record confidentiality.

Actively participate in Continuous Quality Improvement Process (CQIP) program and Care Review Committee (CRC) teleconferences.
Participate/attend in Health Services Quality Improvement meetings & activities on behalf of Psychiatry.

Participate/represent facility in statewide quality improvement initiatives; share local processes and learn from other facilities; Practice in accordance with DOC Policy, DOC formulary, and the WA DOC Health Plan.

Participate in formal clinical oversight according to facility DOC Health Services Clinical Oversight Structure.

Complete unusual incident reports as directed, collect data, investigate, and complete reports necessary to the ongoing operation of Health Services.

Conducting in-service training for health care staff.
Participating in developing or providing feedback for DOC mental health policies/procedures.
Maintain DOC annual training requirements and necessary CEUs.

Must possess a valid Washington State license to practice medicine and surgery.
Board Certified or eligible for certification from the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Inc.
Must adhere to legislation and/or law changes that may affect current licensure and/or registration requirements.
Please include a minimum of three professional references with your application:

The Department of Corrections defines a professional reference as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies.

If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.

Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.
Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:
~ Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
~ 12 paid holidays a year
~ Generous retirement plan
~ Flex Spending Accounts
~ Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment may also be required.

If this position is included in a Union Shop, employees will be required to become members within thirty (30) days of employment.

Requires respirator medical evaluation questionnaire, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the WA Industrial Safety & Act standards.

Step M is a longevity step and is typically gained six years after being assigned to Step L in your permanent salary range.

Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. This recruitment could be used to fill multiple permanent or non-permanent positions.
To improve public safety by positively changing lives.

Our Vision:
Working together for safer communities.
Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety.


People's safety:
Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.

Supporting people's success:
Corrections is committed to our community – understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.
We are committed to hiring individuals who possess the following core diversity competencies:

Work effectively with people of different perspectives, abilities, disabilities, races, religions, ages, lifestyle preferences and social, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity diversity, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email zenon.