Psychiatrist (Mental health and SUD experience)

About us

MBI Health Services - California is a Mental Health and Substance Addiction facility in West Hollywood, CA and Downtown Los Angeles -Skid Row. We are professional, agile, customer-centric. Our goal and commitment to offering individuals, families, and communities the steps needed to reach their goals is what drives us every single day. By providing both mental health and substance addiction services, we are addressing the major points of one's own healing process. We take pride in our ability to provide outstanding substance abuse treatment and mental health services for men and women..

Our work environment includes:

• Collaborative
• Fast Paced
• Professional

Job Overview:

We are looking for a compassionate, experienced psychiatrist to join our clinic. You will be responsible for assessing patients, diagnosing or ruling out mental disorders, prescribing treatments, and conducting regular follow-up appointments to monitor the patient's progress.

To be successful as a psychiatrist at MBI Health Services, you should have a strong passion for helping patients overcome and manage their mental health and substance addiction in underserved communities. Top candidates will be excellent listeners and communicators. If you are looking for a rewarding career in the mental health and substance addiction field, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

- Assess and screen patients by conducting psychiatric evaluations, including interviews, medical histories, observations, and psychological testing

- Analyze data and results of assessments to diagnose patients & assist in the implementation of individualized treatment plans for patients

- Conduct therapy sessions and group activities to support patients' mental health and well-being as well as provide patients with emotional support and strategies to help manage their disorder.

- Monitor and document patients' progress, behaviors, and responses to treatment

- Maintain accurate and confidential medical records in compliance with HIPAA regulations and complete all necessary clincial documentation in an accurate and timely manner

- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive care for patients

- Assist in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques as needed

Experience:

- Previous experience working in a mental health and SUD setting is REQUIRED

- Knowledge of psychotherapy techniques and mental health and SUD counseling principles

- Familiarity with medical documentation and record keeping procedures

- Understanding of HIPAA regulations and ability to maintain patient confidentiality

- Ability to provide compassionate care to individuals with mental health disorders and Substance Addictions

- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team

Education:

- Medical degree from an accredited medical school and completion of an approved psychiatric residency

- Current and valid Board of Psychiatry certification and state license.

- Licensed to practice medicine in state of California

-Current DEA registration

Note:

Please note this job description is a representation of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position. It is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties,or responsibilities that are required for the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $275.00 - $325.00 per hour

Ability to Relocate:

• West Hollywood, CA 90046: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person