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ERO-DRO-IHSC Public Health Service

Psychiatric Advanced Practice Provider (O-4/O-5 Billet) Non-Supervisory

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What they do

A Psychiatric Medical Director directs and manages a medical practice, clinic, lab or public health program, specializing in psychiatry. Deals with the evaluation and treatment of mental, addictive, and emotional disorders such as schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders.

$275,254 / year median in Texas

+16% projected growth

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Job Description

Provides direct psychiatric care to ICE detainees as a Psychiatric Advanced Practice Provider. Duties include evaluations, treatment planning, medication management, patient education, and coordination of care. Requires relevant licensure, board certification, clinical experience, and flexibility. Reports to clinical director and collaborating psychiatrist. This position is only open to USPHS officers and Call to Active Duty (CAD) candidates.
Qualifications:
COMPETENCIES
Cultural Competency Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills. Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills. Integrity/Honesty Adult learner teaching skills Experience in correctional health care preferred
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Required to walk unaided at a normal pace for up to 5 minutes and maintain balance. Required to jog/fast walk up to ¼ mile. Required to perform CPR/emergency care standing or kneeling. Must have the ability to assist sick, injured or aging detainees or staff exiting the building. Must be able to see, hear and smell with aids if necessary. Must easily alternate between kneeling and standing. Must be able to lift, push, or carry 30 pounds. Must perform the duties of job in a stressful and often austere environment without physical limitations.