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PHYSICIAN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH - INPATIENT
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What they do
A Psychiatrist diagnoses and treats patients dealing with mental illness. Assesses and treats the mental and physical aspects of psychological problems. Trained and licensed as a physician, and writes prescriptions for patients. Works in clinical settings including hospitals, private practice offices and community health programs.
$228,256 / year median in Pennsylvania
-0% projected decline
Job Description
Inpatient Psychiatrist provides comprehensive psychiatric care for adult and geriatric inpatients in a hospital-based setting. Responsibilities include evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients on Adult Psychiatry and Geriatric Psychiatry units, managing psychiatric emergencies, developing individualized treatment plans, and providing medication management. The psychiatrist collaborates with an interdisciplinary team, including nursing, social work, therapy, and case management, to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care. Additional responsibilities include providing psychiatric consultation services for patients admitted to medical and surgical floors, documenting care in the electronic medical record, participating in discharge planning, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards. This position follows a 7-on/7-off schedule, providing continuity of inpatient and consultation services during scheduled work weeks. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.