General/Adult Psychiatry job in Yuba City CA

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Job description

Psychiatrists needed in Northern California
Openings in: Yuba City & Chico, CA

- Yuba City: 45 minutes to Sacramento, CA
- Chico, CA - 90 miles north of Sacramento
- Full Time
- Permanent

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
1) Assess and screen patients by conducting psychiatric evaluations, including
interviews, medical histories, physical exams, observations, and psychological
testing
2) Analyzes data and results of assessments to diagnose patients
3) Thoroughly document patients diagnosis, symptoms, medical and treatment
effectiveness
4) Develops comprehensive treatment plans, measure progress against the plan,
and make adjustments as needed
5) Prescribes and administers medications according to diagnosis
6) Monitors patient to determine efficacy and potential side effects of medications
7) Consults with other medical professionals and psychologists
8) Provides patients with emotional support and strategies to help manage their
disorder
9) Supervises and directs family nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other
mid-level providers
10) Other physician duties as assigned by supervisor

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
1) Must hold MD degree from an accredited medical school and completion of an
approved Psychiatric residency
2) Must be Board certified or eligible in Psychiatry
3) Must have completed and approved internship
4) Must hold a valid California State Physician and Surgeon License
5) Current CPR certification
6) Current DEA license
7) Must be sensitive to the corporations diverse patient populatio

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