**Position Availability: Psychiatrist (Adult and Child)**
We are seeking a psychiatrist qualified to treat patients aged 5 and older, starting in November or December, contingent upon the credentialing timeline. This is an in-person position with no remote work options available. The position requires approximately 16 hours per week
**Job Overview:**
The psychiatrist will conduct psychiatric assessments and provide ongoing medication management for developmentally disabled patients with mental health disorders. Candidates must be eligible for MediCal/Medicare certification and authorized to prescribe controlled substances.
**Core Responsibilities:**
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, evaluations, and mental status examinations (MSEs) to establish diagnoses in accordance with the DSM-5 as recognized by the APA.
- Utilize the current electronic health record system while adhering to Santa Clara County Psychiatric Medical Guidelines.
- Collaborate closely with the medical director, nursing staff, clinicians, and case managers to deliver a comprehensive, client-centered approach to mental health care.
- Review pertinent laboratory and diagnostic data relevant to patient evaluations and treatment.
- Draft detailed reports summarizing assessments, MSEs, diagnoses, and treatment plans, ensuring complete and compliant medical records.
- Contribute specialized insights to the formulation and execution of individualized mental health treatment plans in collaboration with the clinical team.
- Provide psychiatric services in outpatient settings, including both telehealth and in-person consultations.
- Offer consultation and peer support to fellow psychiatrists or therapists regarding the evaluation and management of patients.
- Liaise with the medical director or clinic director regarding treatment policies and case-specific issues as necessary. - Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives as required.
- Deliver expert counseling and guidance to patients' families and caregivers about mental health diagnoses and challenges related to developmental disabilities.
- Prepare legal documents and reports for court-related matters when needed.
**Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:**
1. Proficient in specialized psychiatric services, including evaluation, medication management, and treatment formulation.
2. Familiarity with reimbursement frameworks set forth by Medicare, Medi-Cal, Regional Centers, and County Mental Health—ensuring compliance in service delivery.
3. Strong relationship-building skills with patients, clients, and multidisciplinary teams.
4. Commitment to the principle that every individual is a valued community member.
5. Understanding of normalization principles and advocacy for community integration.
6. Capability to work autonomously while also functioning effectively in a team environment.
7. Excellent communication and documentation abilities, specifically in computerized systems.
8. Flexibility in scheduling and adaptability to a consumer-driven environment.
9. Strong interpersonal skills with a capacity to connect with a diverse client population.
**Environmental Conditions and Physical Requirements:**
**Candidate Qualifications:**
- Active CA State License Status: Board Certified or Board Eligible (Certification must be attained within 5 years post-residency). Must be certified or eligible by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in adult and/or child psychiatry.
- Vaccination requirements: Flu vaccination mandatory or exemption due to medical/religious reasons; COVID-19 vaccination also required or appropriate exemption.
**Schedule:**
We seek both adult and child psychiatrists for 12-16 hours per week, noting that the facility currently can accommodate a maximum of 16 hours. Future needs may arise for increased hours around Spring 2026.
Provider scheduling is negotiable, aligning with clinic hours from Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5 PM.
Options include, but are not limited to, a full 8-hour day or variable shifts (e.g., 9 AM to 1 PM for three days or 9 AM to 3 PM for two days). Lunch breaks can be flexible, and it's essential that at least one day per week involves in-person service.
The tentative start date is January 1, with credentialing processes estimated to take 30-40 days.
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