Psychiatrist III
Company: Texas Health and Human Services
Location: Waco
Posted on: February 25, 2021
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Job Description:
Job Description:
Are you ready to be professionally challenged? Are you looking to
be part of a dynamic team of engaged and committed professionals?
Then the Health and Specialty Care System (HSCS) may be just the
place for you! The State Hospital System, under the HSCS is
comprised of nine psychiatric hospitals located throughout the
state and one youth residential psychiatric center in Waco. The
HSCS is a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex
psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint
Commission. The hospitals provide state-of-the-art treatment that
is recovery-oriented and evidence-based. Whether in a direct-care
or support role, your contribution will make a difference in the
life of a Texan. Apply now to join our team.
The Psychiatrist performs highly advanced psychiatric assessment
work and reports directly to the State Hospital Medical Director.
Work involves conducting psychiatric activities, monitoring trends,
diagnosing, and treating State Hospital patients. Administers
quality and appropriate specialized psychiatric treatments,
assessments, and procedures as needed. Reviews and analyzes system
data to ensure recovery plans are individualized and decisions are
made in conjunction with the Recovery Team. Ensures that the
recovery plans are implemented as designed by providing
consultation or training as needed to direct care staff. Attends
weekly/monthly meetings and leads/chairs discussions to inform and
create buy-in to necessary changes and follows through on the
implementation plans. Participates in for committees of the State
Hospital Governing Body and performance improvement activities.
Participates in or directs, as requested, any other clinically
related committee that is formed for the State Hospitals to
recommend guidelines and standards of care in response to changes
in research literature, regulatory environment, or public health as
requested by the State Hospital Medical Director or State Hospitals
Central Administration Chief of Medical Services. Plans, assigns,
and guides the work of others in the process of the
multi-disciplinary approach to patient care. May supervise others
depending upon State Hospital structure. Performs other duties
relative to the position. Works under minimal supervision, with
extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent
judgment. Essential Job Functions:
1. Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a
specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule,
extended shift, and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave
policy and performs other duties as assigned. Serves on-call in a
rotating schedule as needed to respond to emergencies.
2. Utilizes a multi-disciplinary approach to complete psychiatric
assessments of individuals and administers psychiatric treatments
and medications within the State Hospital policies/procedures as
deliberated with and agreed upon. Conducts all required performance
improvement reviews with recovery team members as required by The
Joint Commission (TJC), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
(CMS), Texas Administrative Code (TAC), and State Hospital System
policies. Attends and participates in other meetings and committees
as requested. Performs medication reviews and other audits in
accordance with policy. Plans, assigns, and guides the work of
others in the process of the multi-disciplinary approach to patient
care per standards.
3. Establish physician-patient relationship by direct face-to-face
contact or telemedicine. For newly admitted individuals, contact
must be established immediately upon admission. Treats each
individual with the most effective medication and the most
effective dosage. Reviews lab work, modifies recovery plans, and
records deliberations and recommendations accurately and timely in
the electronic health record.
4. Develops and implements psychiatric recovery plans documenting
how supports and interventions are customized for the individuals'
psychiatric needs as well as their strengths and preferences.
Documents how recovery plans are person centered and
least-restrictive interventions based on risk vs. benefit analysis
and treatment history, and how psychiatric supports and
interventions are integrated with the supports and interventions
from other disciplines. Develops and organizes implementation
timeframes and provides guidance to the recovery team, and direct
care staff while following HHSC and local policies and procedures,
TJC standards, CMS conditions of participation, TAC and other state
statutes.
5. Reads and analyzes medical records, leads discussions in staff
meetings, participates in conference calls concerning clinical
psychiatric issues, and interacts with and makes recommendations to
family members, guardians, and Legally Authorized Representatives
(LAR) when requested, and obtains timely medication consents.
6. Ensures collaboration between psychiatry and neurology for
dually diagnosed individuals. Provides Neurologist with necessary
information and ensures that psychiatry notes reflect this
collaboration.
7. Consults with other psychiatrists, medical staff, psychologists,
and others to collaboratively develop psychiatric interventions,
identify environmental factors that may impact psychiatric care,
and participate in restraint reduction efforts by coordinating
medication and behavior therapy. Manages acute psychiatric care
including authorizing emergency restraints and writing orders for
the emergency use of medication.
8. Reviews and monitors system data and trends related to the
quality of psychiatric care provided at the State Hospital.
Addresses issues identified through monitoring of data and presents
changes to the recovery plan. Attends meetings and chairs
discussions to inform and create buy-in to necessary changes and
follows through on hospital performance improvement plans.
Participates in desk and onsite audits by reviewing records and
applying audit tools.
9. Maintains open and regular communication with the Medical
Director, Superintendent, and other staff to ensure the transfer of
needed information for the continuity of services. Participates in
various Medical Staff Committees and Sub-committees (Utilization
Management, Infection Control, Pharmacy and Therapeutics, etc.)
designed to ensure patients are receiving quality care.
10. Participates in mandatory training per HHSC policies and
procedures, HIPAA policies, state and federal rules and
regulations, and TJC standards and CMS conditions of participations
to provide quality psychiatric services and care to individuals
served.
11. Develops, implements, organizes, and provides leadership in the
area of Psychiatric Services following HHSC policies and
procedures, state and federal rules and regulations, and TJC
standards and CMS conditions of participations in order to provide
quality psychiatric services and care to individuals served.
12. May manage other staff providing regular feedback, conducting
performance evaluations, and taking corrective action when needed,
depending upon hospital organizational structure.
13. Other duties as assigned include, but are not limited to,
actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet
the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or
Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may
require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.
Knowledge Skills Abilities:
1. Knowledge of methods and procedures in the field of general
medicine and general psychiatry; and of principles of the
development, implementation, and documentation of person centered
individualized care and recovery plans.
2. Knowledge of the principles of psychiatric treatment and ability
to work collaboratively with staff.
3. Knowledge of the state formulary guidelines for maximum doses,
and if exceeded, provides detailed documentation of exception,
ensuring efficacy, safety, and tolerance.
4. Knowledge and skills in providing services to people with
psychiatric disorders in an in-patient hospital setting.
5. Knowledge and skills in effectively using an electronic
healthcare system and Microsoft Office products.
6. Skills in the care and treatment of patients; in the use of
medical and psychiatric diagnostic and treatment tools and
equipment; and in conducing psychiatric research when
necessary.
7. Ability to assess, diagnoses, and prescribe/supervise treatment
to assigned patients while conforming to local policy, Texas
Administrative Code, and applicable laws to decrease psychiatric
symptoms/disorders.
8. Ability to direct psychiatric activities; to examine, diagnose,
and treat mental disorders; to interpret psychological diagnoses
and analyses; develop policies and procedures; and to prepare and
supervise the preparation of psychiatric histories and medical
records.
9. Ability to solve medically difficult issues by considering
opinions of consultants and/or appropriate literature including
accepted guidelines.
10. Ability to work with the recovery team by facilitating a
unified, effective team approach using the expertise of all team
members and involving patients in order to assure high quality
patient care.
11. Ability to participate with other psychiatric staff to provide
continuous quality improvement and to promote quality care by
adhering to the plan of improvement and state initiatives.
12. Ability to manage "polypharmacy" and to justify and document
when the use of multiple psychotropic medications is necessary.
13. Ability to plan, assign, and/or supervise the work of
others.
14. Ability to work independently using good judgement and advanced
time management skills.
15. Ability to participate in annual training as well as any other
required specific training in order to assure up to date skills and
knowledge in required areas such as CPR and safe use of
restraints.
16. Ability to organize and present information effectively, both
orally and in writing. Registration or Licensure Requirements:
1. Applicants must hold an M.D. or D.O.
2. Applicant must have or be able to obtain a Texas medical license
and be board certified or board eligible in Psychiatry.
3. Must possess valid Texas driver's license or obtain it no later
than 90 days after hire date. Applicants with an out-of-state
driver's license must provide an original certified driving record
from the state of driving licensure. Eligible driving record
required based on HHSC Fleet Management policy. Initial Selection
Criteria:
1. Applicants must hold an M.D. or D.O.
2. Applicant must have or be able to obtain a Texas medical license
and be board certified or board eligible in Psychiatry.
3. At least three years' experience working as a psychiatrist is
preferred.
4. Experience working with people with psychiatric disorders is
preferred. Additional Information:
All new hire candidates will be required to receive COVID-19
medical screening (nasal test) as part of the due diligence
process.
Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check,
pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the
Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aid,
Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, and HHS OIG list of
Excluded Individuals/Entities. Males between the ages of 18-25 must
be registered with the Selective Service.
All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered
for employment at a state-operated facility.
Salary Note: The salary offered will follow HHS starting salary
guidelines which are typically made at or near the posted minimum
of the salary range.
Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital
operating procedures related to immunizations is required.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,
healthcare workers are considered to be at significant risk for
acquiring or transmitting hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella,
varicella (chicken pox), tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping
cough), and influenza. All of these diseases are
vaccine-preventable. As a result, state hospital policy requires
employees be vaccinated according to their level of contact with
patients. In the event you choose to not be immunized for the
influenza virus, you may be required to wear a mask and take other
protective measures.
Working for the State of Texas offers attractive benefits in
addition to the salary. As a state employee you will receive Health
and dental insurance, retirement plans and Employee Discounts at a
variety of places. Employment may also qualify you for the student
loan forgiveness program.
Waco Center for Youth is a psychiatric residential treatment
facility that serves teenagers ages 13 through 17 with emotional
difficulties and/or behavioral problems. Waco Center for Youth
bases its treatment philosophy on the belief that both behavior
change and an understanding of self and others are equally
important in achieving significant long term success in treatment.
The mission of Waco Center for Youth is "to give each youth a
chance for change" by providing comprehensive psychiatric
residential treatment services to emotionally disturbed adolescents
of the state of Texas. The facility is operated by the Health and
Human Services Commission and is accredited by the Joint Commission
on Accreditation of Health Care Facilities.
If you need assistance completing the online application, contact
the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747.
Requisition ID: 474452 MOS Code:
60U, 60W, 210X, 92, MED10, 44PX.
Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection
criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this
position may include: 60U, 60W, 210X, 92, MED10, 44PX. All active
duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged
to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information
see the Texas State Auditor's Military Crosswalk at
http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/JobDescriptions.aspx HHS
agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with
you on your first day of work. I-9 Form - Click here to download
the I-9 form. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation
during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals
with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line
application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at
1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need
accommodation to participate in the interview process, please
notify the person scheduling the interview. Home Page - FAQ's -
Contact Us: 1-888-894-4747, TTY - 1-866-839-2747, FAX -
1-866-245-3646 or E-mail
Application Mailing Address - P.O. Box 6629, Round Rock, TX
78683-6629, Attn: Staffing and Recruitment
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