Psychiatrist Position Available In Berkshire, Massachusetts

About the Organization Community Health Programs is a network of health centers and caring professionals that provide outstanding primary and preventive care for patients of all ages. What’s truly unique to CHP is our broad spectrum of support services that extend beyond medical and dental issues to strengthen families and improve children’s well-being. The region is a federally designated rural community and a Medically Underserved Population Area. Community Health Programs embraces its role as a nonprofit health care provider and community partner. We are a leader in the communities we serve by providing high quality healthcare, dental services, wellness education and family support services. CHP outreach provides free health screenings, insurance enrollment assistance as well as information so people can learn how to take better care of themselves and their families.

Description Salary Range:

$171,750 – $197,509 / year The Psychiatrist will be consulted by the PCP to render an opinion and provide a brief consultation prior to returning care back to the PCP. The Psychiatrist will conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, develop treatment plans, prescribe medication, and evaluate results. Our expectation is that this position will see new patient evaluations, and follow ups, that meet budgeted productivity expectations. This person will support CHP’s mission, vision, and values and will adhere to compliance protocols as well as CHP’s policies and procedures.

Position Requirements Psychiatric Provider Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Evaluates using a biopsychosocial model. Makes recommendations for ongoing psychosocial or medical treatment plans. Monitors and evaluates treatment results. Evaluates patients by interviewing patient, family, and other persons; conducting mental status examinations; observing behaviors; reviewing medical history and related documents; and sending a request to the PCP if laboratory tests are needed and evaluating results. Discusses progress towards goals with PCPs and patients. Maintains interdisciplinary approach through consulting and collaborating with primary care physicians, mental health therapists, nurses, and other health care providers. Assures quality and safe service for patients and staff by enforcing policies, procedures, standards, rules, and legal regulations. Maintains medical records by documenting symptoms, medications, and treatment events and completed notes and billing same day as the visit. Updates job knowledge by participating in continuing medical educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations. Enhances department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Subject Matter Expert:

Is a subject matter expert and keeps knowledge current by attending required trainings and meetings. Knowledge of and respect for HIPAA regulations. Develops innovative approaches and ideas.

Business Acumen:

Understands business implications of decisions; Aligns work with strategic goals. Sets and achieves challenging goals.

Teamwork:

Balances team and individual responsibilities. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views. Gives and welcomes feedback. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills: Highest degree of professionalism and ethics: Handles issues with tact and diplomacy. Reacts well under pressure; Accepts responsibility for own actions. Upholds organizational values. Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. Takes initiative, follows through, and manages different tasks with quick turn-around time. Works well under pressure, and with minimal supervision.

Organizational skills:

Follows CHP policies and procedures. Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time. Excellent time-management skills.

Verbal and Written Communication Skills:

Prepares and presents statistical and other reports oral or written as required.

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:

Completion of a psychiatric residency or a family medicine/psychiatry residency in an ACGME Board certified by the American board of psychiatry and neurology Valid state medical license as MD or DO Valid DEA and MCSR certificates. 5+ years’ experience in psychiatric practice Consultation liaison experience preferred Psychiatric Provider Qualifications /

Skills:

Documentation skills Analyzing information Decision-making Listening Verbal communication Patient services Mental health Building relationships Discretion Bedside manner

Physical Requirements:

Click here to view the provider ADA requirements. Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time Position Psychiatrist Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt Location Berkshire County EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. This position is currently accepting applications.