Psychiatrist - Huntsville, AL
Job Type : Full-time / Part-time (on-site)
Shifts : M-F (8-hours) (no on-call / weekend requirements)
Responsibilities :
- Review patients' medical history and collect additional information from family members and other professionals as needed
- Evaluate patients' emotional, behavioral and mental state through discussion, observation and analysis
- Identify mental disorders and determine best treatments
- Develop therapy plans
- Prescribe medications
- Analyze medical tests and track patients' progress
- Coordinate with healthcare professionals when hospitalization is required
- Advise patients on how to cope with mental diseases and emotional breakdowns
- Research medical issues and new medical treatments to update your knowledge on mental healthcare
Requirements :
MD or Doctor of Osteopathic MedicineResidency program in PsychiatryOutpatient work experience as a PsychiatristCertification from the American Board of Medical Specialists (ABMS) & AL state LicenseIn-depth knowledge of various psychotherapeutic methodsExtensive knowledge of outpatient billing for CPT codes and levels of care with modifiersBenefits :
Dental insuranceFlexible scheduleHealth insurancePaid time offProfessional development assistance