Psychiatrist - PRN

Company: North Spring Behavioral Healthcare
Location: Leesburg
Posted on: January 7, 2020

Job Description:

Location LEESBURG, VA 20176 US (Primary) Career Area Professional Category Other Job Description North Spring Behavioral Healthcare, a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), is a Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS)-licensed, and Joint Commission-accredited 100-bed inpatient facility. In May 2017 North Spring opened a Partial Hospitalization Program to provide Outpatient Services to children and adolescents. We provide therapeutic programs for adolescents in a safe and secure environment that encourages growth and self-responsibility. North Spring is part of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) one of the nation s largest and most respected healthcare management companies, operating through its subsidiaries acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. Founded in 1978, UHS subsidiaries now have more than 80,000 employees. The UHS business strategy is to build or purchase healthcare properties in rapidly growing markets and create a strong franchise based on exceptional service and effective cost control. Our success comes from a responsive management style and a service philosophy based on integrity, competence and compassion. We are seeking qualified Psychiatrists to serve on an on-call basis. Key Responsibilities: Admit, discharge, assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. Actively participates in applicable treatment team meetings. Assess, direct, and intervene in crisis situations. Diagnose, prescribe medication, monitor medication side effects and participate in the treatment process of patients. Consults on admissions decisions, as necessary. We offer a competitive wage and the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with a dedicated staff. Job Requirements Qualifications: 1. Knowledge of appropriate assessment and evaluation tools and tests, diagnoses, & interventions with residents 2. Knowledge of milieu management; Advanced skills in medication management 3. Knowledge of acute adolescent and child psychological disorders 4. Advanced knowledge of principles of abnormal psychology 5. Professional experience of at least 2 years. 6. This position is subject to a criminal background investigation, CPS review, drug screen and Tb test. Also it is subject to privileging at NSBH.

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