Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician

Join YesCare : A Career with Purpose in Correctional Healthcare

Correctional healthcare is more than just a job-it's a calling. At YesCare, you have the unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the health, well-being, and future of an underserved population.

As a pioneer in correctional healthcare services, YesCare is committed to innovation, clinical expertise, and compassionate care. By choosing a career with YesCare, you are opting for professional growth, impactful work, and the chance to be part of a legacy of excellence. You'll have access to the resources, training, and support needed to enhance your skills and reach your full career potential. Your role at YesCare allows you to contribute directly to the care and well-being of patients who need it most. Join a team that's known for its innovative approaches and dedication to improving correctional healthcare.

Make a difference where it matters most. Start your journey with YesCare today and be part of a team that is transforming lives through care and expertise.

Key Responsibilities

As a Psychiatrist with YesCare, you will :

• Provide Psychiatric Assessments : Conduct onsite psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, and treatment for inmates referred by medical or clinical staff. Document detailed summaries of patient history, diagnosis, and treatment plans.
• Manage Inpatient Care : For applicable settings, provide psychiatric services to inpatients, assess and diagnose their conditions, participate in treatment planning, and conduct regular reviews for all assigned inmates.
• Follow-up Services : Deliver ongoing psychiatric care to inmates in the general population, ensuring mental health follow-up and addressing the needs of those requiring transfer to mental health facilities.
• Mental Health Unit Leadership : Participate in treatment programming and planning for the Mental Health Unit, including regular staffing, collaboration with mental health staff, case discussions, medication management, and general psychiatric input.
• Medication Management : Oversee medication administration for inmates admitted to the Mental Health Unit, ensuring proper management and adherence to prescribed regimens.
• Therapy Services : Provide individual or group therapy for inmates, where appropriate, based on their psychiatric needs.
• Admission / Discharge Approvals : Approve all admissions and discharges from the Mental Health Unit, ensuring proper treatment plans are in place and reviewing their implementation.
• Training & Support : Offer in-service education to Mental Health Unit staff to enhance clinical knowledge and ensure best practices.
• On-Call Availability : Be available on a scheduled basis to respond to the on-call needs of the Mental Health Unit.
• Treatment Audit Committee : Participate in the Treatment Audit Committee, supporting the ongoing review and improvement of mental health services.

Key Qualifications

YesCare Benefits (For Full-Time Positions)

Why Join YesCare?

YesCare provides a supportive and structured environment where you can thrive in a leadership role while delivering meaningful healthcare in a correctional setting. Your expertise and leadership will directly impact the quality of care and operations within our facilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

YesCare is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer . We comply with all federal and state employment opportunity laws and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

Category : Psychiatrist