A Psychiatrist is responsible for providing specific psychiatric/physician related activities within the outpatient setting. There is direct work with adults/children receiving services along with professional consultative, supervisor and administrative duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Psychiatric Evaluations
• Medication Reviews
• Review labs, case documents, health care plans, and behavior plans
• Provide physician supervision of clinical services as defined in the Medicaid Manual (MSA Bulletin), Chapter III
• Collaborate with CMH staff and the interdisciplinary team
• Collaborate with PCP and other specialized medical services
• Consult with CMH administration on programmatic decisions
• Be available to testify in court proceedings as needed

Education

• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from an accredited university 
• Psychiatry Residency
• Certification in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology or possession of Board eligibility status  

Licensure

• Current licensure to practice medicine in the State of Michigan
• Current DEA licensure

Experience/Skills

• Demonstrated ability to work with an electronic record system and e-prescribe program
• Child/Adolescent Experience and willingness to work with this population
• Commitment to ethical standards in working with staff, consumers, and members of the community
• Knowledge of the applicable provisions of the Mental Health Code of Michigan
• Experience providing psychiatric evaluations, medication evaluations, and medication monitoring in an outpatient setting and experience providing emergency psychiatric care 

Other

• Provide psychiatric services according to the schedule established by the Agency

About St. Clair County Community Mental Health

St. Clair County Community Mental Health (SCCCMH) provides services and supports to: Adults with serious mental illness Children with serious emotional disturbances Adults and children with intellectual/developmental disabilities Persons with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders Our goal is to journey with you and your family to a place of hope, achievement and recovery. Our services focus on your individual needs and wishes. Pathways to Discovery & Recovery Hope Choice Empowerment Environment Spirituality Community Support

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