We are excited to announce a unique inpatient psychiatrist opportunity at Inhospital Physicians, a physician-owned and operated group with over a decade of experience managing healthcare programs across 5 states with a robust team of 300+ providers.
- Inpatient Psychiatrist – Geropsychiatry
- PRN, M-F
- 1099
- Malpractice/Tail Insurance Provided
- Location: Philadelphia, PA
Responsibilities:
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for geriatric patients aged 65 and over, focusing on cognitive and emotional disorders common in older adults.
Develop, implement, and monitor effective personalized treatment plans.
Prescribe medication and monitor its effectiveness, making adjustments as needed.
Provide ongoing support and therapy to help manage patients' mental health.
Work collaboratively, yet independently, managing approximately 20 patients per day.
Document all patient care within the electronic health record system accurately and promptly.
Educate patients and their families about mental health issues and treatment plans.
Ensure a high standard of care, maintaining professional ethics and hospital policies.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss and optimize patient care plans.
Educational Requirements:
Medical Degree: You must hold an MD (Doctor of Medicine) or DO (Doctor of Osteopathy) degree from an accredited medical school.
Psychiatry Residency: Completion of a residency in psychiatry. This typically involves 4 years of postgraduate training in psychiatric specialties.
Licensure:
Medical License: Must possess a valid and active Pennsylvania medical license. This requires passing the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) or the Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination (COMLEX).
Board Certification or Eligibility: It is generally required that the candidate be board-certified or eligible for certification by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN). Board eligibility means that the candidate has completed the required training and is in the process of taking or planning to take the board certification exams.
Additional Certifications:
DEA Registration: Psychiatrists must have a current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration to prescribe controlled substances.
Certifications in specific areas like geriatric psychiatry or addiction psychiatry may be beneficial, especially for specialized roles like the Dual Diagnosis position.
Skills and Competencies:
Clinical Skills: Strong clinical skills in diagnosing and treating various psychiatric disorders.
Communication Skills: Excellent communication abilities are crucial for interacting effectively with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
Interpersonal Skills: Empathy and interpersonal skills are essential, as is the ability to manage sensitive situations.
Documentation Skills: Proficiency in maintaining accurate and detailed medical records using electronic health record systems.
Teamwork: Ability to collaborate effectively with a healthcare team, including nurses, social workers, and other physicians.
Legal and Ethical Standards:
Ethical Practice: Adherence to the ethical standards of medical practice as outlined by the American Medical Association (AMA) and the American Psychiatric Association (APA).
Regulatory Compliance: Compliance with state and federal laws regulating the practice of medicine and psychiatry.