Jewish Family Service is looking for a Psychiatrist experienced in working with children and adolescents to diagnose and treat mental illnesses in an outpatient counseling program - scheduled hours totaling 6 hours per week. The top responsibilities of a Psychiatrist include discussing with patients and observing their behaviors to identify mental disorders, determining treatments and prescribing medications. To be considered for this role, you need to be licensed as a Psychiatrist and certified from the American Board of Medical Specialists (ABMS). Ultimately, you will help patients recover and improve their lives.

Responsibilities

• Review patients’ medical history and collect additional information from family members and psychologists 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
• Support patients’ loved ones and inform them about the patient’s condition
• Research medical issues and new medical treatments to update your knowledge on mental healthcare

Skills

• Work experience as a Psychiatrist
• In-depth knowledge of various psychotherapeutic methods
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain medical terms and conditions to a non-medical audience
• Strong observation skills to accurately evaluate patients’ demeanor and identify symptoms
• A great bedside manner and the ability to remain calm, empathetic and patient while interacting with patients who suffer from severe mental disorders
• Thoughtful and compassionate
• MD or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
• Certification from the American Board of Medical Specialists (ABMS)
• Residency program in Psychiatry

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Medical specialties:

• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• BC/BE (Preferred)
• Medical License (Required)

Work Location: One location

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