Psychiatrist - Adult Programs (West Allis)

Rogers Behavioral Health is seeking a full-time psychiatrist to join our Adult treatment center team at our West Allis campus. Rogers Adult teams offer both inpatient and residential levels of care. Our multi-disciplinary team of psychiatrists, internists, psychologists, nurses, therapists, dietitians and mental health technicians are committed to providing compassionate, effective care for those diagnosed with mental disorders. Our treatment programs are tailored to the unique needs of the patients to provide the best outcomes for every patient. This role is within our acute care setting, and has 24/7 care, with call being distributed equally amongst the medical staff.

Responsibilities

Attend patients and assist with patient coverage at assigned locations; Conduct medication management sessions with patients; Conduct patient psychiatric evaluations and assessments; Conduct history and physical; Create patient treatment plans and manage updates; Perform patient and family education; Participate in team and unit meetings; Create discharge plan; Collaborate with nurse practitioners and physician assistants; Oversee medical residents and fellows; Participate in established call schedule; Complete charting and documentation within 24 hours; Serve as attending physician for assigned units; Round on patients as required; Complete emergency detentions of patients as needed; Provide medication education with nursing staff; Inservice treatment team as needed; Meet patient productivity standards; Complete coding and documentation standards; Attend Medical Staff meeting and Medical Staff Executive Committee meeting; Assist in developing and maintaining positive working relationships with contracted payors; Review denials of service; Interface with referring parties and care providers; Market Employer as appropriate; Review potential admissions and pending cases; Serve as advocate for the organization; Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement activities; Identify new program development opportunities; Participate in community education of behavioral health issues; Provide initial placement recommendations; Review and evaluate completed admission screenings; Communicate professionally and accurately; Report pertinent data to attending provider and team; Prioritize effectively; Communicate difficult problems with referents; Develop and maintain relationships with medical staff

Requirements

Be licensed in the state as an MD or DO with specialization in psychiatry; Board-eligible physician; Graduate of an accredited college or university and medical school; Successful completion of a GME accredited residency and/or fellowship program; Must have excellent interpersonal skills and ability to resolve conflict; Ability to use initiative and judgement to organize, plan activities, formulate policies, delegate responsibility and make decisions affecting diagnosis and treatment of patients; Must be able to relate to people in a manner to win their confidence and establish rapport; Must be flexible to adjust to changing conditions, programs and various details of the position; Verbal and hearing ability required to interact with patients and employees; Numerical ability required to maintain records and operation a computer; Must be able to read and communicate through written, verbal and auditory skills and abilities; Position requires walking, sitting and standing; capable of lifting a minimum of 20 pounds; Physically/Mentally able to perform job duties as verified by a physical exam by a licensed physician

Nice to have

Board certification preferred; Previous work or moonlighting experience working as a psychiatrist in another licensed hospital; Leadership and/or supervisory experience in a behavioral health organization; Experience with process improvement implementation

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage for you and your family; 401(k) retirement plan; Employee share program; Life/disability insurance; Flex spending accounts; Tuition reimbursement; Health and wellness program; Employee assistance program (EAP)