SUMMARY: Assess, diagnose and treat patients with mental health conditions, including providing therapy, prescribing medications and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
SUPERVISOR: Medical Director or Designee
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assessment and Diagnosis:
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and assessments to identify mental health conditions.
- Review patient history, conduct mental status exams and utilize diagnostic tools.
Treatment Planning and Implementation:
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and diagnoses.
- Implement evidence-based therapies and interventions, including medication management.
- Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications, as appropriate and within scope of practice.
Therapeutic Interventions:
- Provide individual, group and family therapy sessions.
- Utilize various therapeutic modalities, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and psychodynamic therapy.
Medication Management:
- Monitor patient(s) responses to medication and adjust dosages as needed.
- Educate patient(s) and families about medications and potential side effects.
Collaboration and Communication:
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families and other team members.
Documentation and Record Keeping:
- Maintain accurate and thorough patient records, including assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes.
- Adhere to HIPAA guidelines
- Adhere to governing bodies not limited to HRSA, OMAS and COA requirements.
Education and Outreach:
- Provide education and support to patients and families about mental health conditions and treatment options.
- Participate in community outreach and mental health awareness initiatives.
Other Duties:
- Involvement in research, quality improvement projects, and policy development related to mental health care.
- May provide consultation services to other healthcare providers.
- Other duties as assigned
