Psychiatrist

Deerfield Behavioral Health
A subsidiary of Journey Health Systems
1003 Pennsylvania Ave.
West Warren, PA 16365
814-732-5545
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Description
Provide psychological and behavioral health care and consultation to the assigned patient population and to affiliate and non-affiliate contracted agencies. It is understood that the Psychiatrist has the appropriate experience and training in clinical areas to provide appropriate consultation to individuals working with children and adults diagnosed with intellectual and developmental disorders, as well as, mental health disorders.
Tasks
- Manages the day to day aspects of the DBHW physician practice for psychiatric providers. Prepares contract documents for purchasing entities of psychiatric and psychological services.
- Maintains positive working relationships with all psychiatric providers and works cohesively with the Executive Director and Medical Director to ensure psychiatric provider satisfaction and retention. Schedules psychiatric provider meetings to enhance communication.
- Maintains a comprehensive schedule for psychiatric providers to ensure coverage for all affiliate and non-affiliate contracted entities.
Qualifications / Education
- Current unrestricted licensure as Medical Physician and Surgeon (MD) or Osteopathic Physician and Surgeon (DO) by State of Pennsylvania, specializing in Psychiatry
- Experience working with individuals with mental illness, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse disorders preferred