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Psychiatrist
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Psychiatrist
Job Locations:US-CA-Richmond | US-CA-OaklandID:
2024-5877Overview
LifeLong Medical Care is searching for a highly motivated Psychiatrist to join our multidisciplinary team at our William Jenkins Health Center located in Richmond, CA and our Downtown Oakland Health Center (DOC) located in Oakland, CA. This is a full-time position. Under the general supervision of the Associate Medical Director, the Psychiatrist will work with an interdisciplinary team to ensure that quality psychosocial services are delivered to health center patients. Psychiatrists provide direct mental health care to patients who receive primary care at LifeLong Medical Care. Psychiatrists also provide consultation to non-psychiatric providers as well as individual and group supervision to psychiatric advanced practice providers. Patients are referred for psychiatric care from all Health Center/Program locations throughout Alameda and Contra Costa counties.This position is represented by UAPD. Salaries and benefits are set by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), and an employee in this position must remain a member in good standing of UAPD, as defined in the CBA.About Us:
As a Federally Qualified Health Center in Northern California with over 45 years of dedicated service to the community, LifeLong serves over 66,000 patients in the East Bay Area's socio-economically underserved regions. We provide medical, dental, behavioral health, and school-based services at more than 15 primary care sites across Oakland, Berkeley, and West Contra Costa County. From opening a residential respite program for homeless persons discharged from hospitals to offering free COVID testing to the community, we are innovative and responsive to our times' social and medical needs. We provide an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and with which our patients can identify. To this end, we seek candidates who reflect the diversity of the East Bay communities we serve.LifeLong Medical Care is an equal opportunity employer.
We strongly encourage applications from women, people of color, bilingual and bicultural individuals, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, marital status, or medical condition. Reasonable accommodation will be made so that qualified disabled applicants may participate in the application process. If you seek accommodation, please advise in writing at the time you apply.Benefits:
Compensation: $233,000-$254,000 DOE depending on years since licensed,
sign-on bonus , and excellent benefits: medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, dependent and domestic partner coverage, 403(b) retirement savings plan, and loan repayment programs, and commuter benefits. LifeLong qualifies for federal and state loan repayment programs (HPSA score is 21). Acceptance rates may vary year to year based on funding levels and the number of applicants.Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccine Policy:
In accordance with LifeLong Medical Care's commitment to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards, we have adopted a Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccine Policy to safeguard the health of our employees and their families; our patients and visitors; and the community at large from infectious diseases, that vaccinations may reduce. This policy will comply with all applicable laws and is based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Order of the California State Public Health Officer. Unless a reasonable medical or religious accommodation is approved, all employees must receive COVID-19 vaccinations.Responsibilities
Essential Functions:Evaluates, diagnoses, and treats patients with mental illnesses through a combination of primarily psychopharmacology and psychotherapy.Performs initial psychiatric assessments, develops individualized care plans, and implements treatment for the patient.Assesses patients through interviews, observations, tests, and medical history reviews.Monitors and records client progress, and amends treatment plan according to patient response.Provides verbal and written education and counseling to patients, families, and caregivers.Plans follow-up care, including requests for outside consultations and evaluations.Maintains patient records necessary for clinic reporting, billing, and quality improvement.Functions potentially in a variety of settings, including a health center, skilled nursing facilities, supportive housing sites, and in clients' homes.Provides patients with emotional support and strategies to help manage their disorder.Stays current with new developments in psychiatry and mental health.Participates as a member of the site clinical services team and attends clinical team meetings.Coordinates care with other health team members, including case management and behavioral health staff, clinical consultation with other clinicians.Acts as an advocate for the patient and liaison with outside agencies as appropriate.Supervises Advanced Practice Psychiatric Providers (Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants).Actively participates in internal quality improvement teams and works with members proactively to drive quality improvement initiatives according to the organization's mission and strategic goals, federal and state laws and regulations, and accreditation standards.Other duties as assigned.Qualifications
Commitment to the provision of health care services for the underserved with demonstrated ability and sensitivity in working with a variety of people from low-income populations, with diverse educational, lifestyle, ethnic and cultural origins.Ability to effectively support, motivate and supervise staff, encourage and nurture development and growth, to build a strong and productive team.Strong organizational, administrative, multi-tasking, prioritization and problem-solving skills.Ability to work effectively under pressure in a positive friendly manner and to be flexible and adaptive to change.Ability to effectively present information to others, including other employees, community partners and vendors.Ability to work with individuals and organizations at the local level to build support.Ability to seek direction/approval on essential matters, yet work independently with little onsite supervision, using professional judgment and diplomacy.Work in a team-oriented environment with a number of professionals with different work styles and support needs.Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written skills.Conduct oneself in internal and external settings in a way that reflects positively on LifeLong Medical Care as an organization of professional, confident and sensitive staff.Ability to see how one's work intersects with that of other departments of LifeLong Medical Care and that of other partner organizations.Make appropriate use of knowledge/ expertise/ connections of other staff.Be creative and mature with a "can do", proactive attitude and an ability to continuously "scan" the environment, identifying and taking advantage of opportunities for improvement.Job Requirements:Medical degree required and must have completed psychiatry residency and board eligible.Current and unrestricted Medical License to practice in the state of California.Must have current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration in order to prescribe certain medications.Interest in working with a diverse patient population in a community-based organization and sensitivity to their needs and health problems; commitment to a community health philosophy of prevention and primary care.Proficient in Microsoft Office 365.Job Preferences:Board certification by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN).Experience in federally qualified health center or other community health environment preferred.Experience as part of a team-based care model.Electronic Health record, Epic experience.Spanish Language proficiency preferred.Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee frequently works with a video display terminal for prolonged periods; vision abilities include close vision and ability to adjust focus.While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in inside environmental conditions. The employee may be required to attend evening meetings, travel and work evenings or weekends. The noise level is usually quiet. Employee is subject to frequent interruptions.Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no direct staff supervisory responsibilities.
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Job Locations:US-CA-Richmond | US-CA-OaklandID:
2024-5877Overview
LifeLong Medical Care is searching for a highly motivated Psychiatrist to join our multidisciplinary team at our William Jenkins Health Center located in Richmond, CA and our Downtown Oakland Health Center (DOC) located in Oakland, CA. This is a full-time position. Under the general supervision of the Associate Medical Director, the Psychiatrist will work with an interdisciplinary team to ensure that quality psychosocial services are delivered to health center patients. Psychiatrists provide direct mental health care to patients who receive primary care at LifeLong Medical Care. Psychiatrists also provide consultation to non-psychiatric providers as well as individual and group supervision to psychiatric advanced practice providers. Patients are referred for psychiatric care from all Health Center/Program locations throughout Alameda and Contra Costa counties.This position is represented by UAPD. Salaries and benefits are set by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), and an employee in this position must remain a member in good standing of UAPD, as defined in the CBA.About Us:
As a Federally Qualified Health Center in Northern California with over 45 years of dedicated service to the community, LifeLong serves over 66,000 patients in the East Bay Area's socio-economically underserved regions. We provide medical, dental, behavioral health, and school-based services at more than 15 primary care sites across Oakland, Berkeley, and West Contra Costa County. From opening a residential respite program for homeless persons discharged from hospitals to offering free COVID testing to the community, we are innovative and responsive to our times' social and medical needs. We provide an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and with which our patients can identify. To this end, we seek candidates who reflect the diversity of the East Bay communities we serve.LifeLong Medical Care is an equal opportunity employer.
We strongly encourage applications from women, people of color, bilingual and bicultural individuals, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, marital status, or medical condition. Reasonable accommodation will be made so that qualified disabled applicants may participate in the application process. If you seek accommodation, please advise in writing at the time you apply.Benefits:
Compensation: $233,000-$254,000 DOE depending on years since licensed,
sign-on bonus , and excellent benefits: medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, dependent and domestic partner coverage, 403(b) retirement savings plan, and loan repayment programs, and commuter benefits. LifeLong qualifies for federal and state loan repayment programs (HPSA score is 21). Acceptance rates may vary year to year based on funding levels and the number of applicants.Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccine Policy:
In accordance with LifeLong Medical Care's commitment to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards, we have adopted a Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccine Policy to safeguard the health of our employees and their families; our patients and visitors; and the community at large from infectious diseases, that vaccinations may reduce. This policy will comply with all applicable laws and is based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Order of the California State Public Health Officer. Unless a reasonable medical or religious accommodation is approved, all employees must receive COVID-19 vaccinations.Responsibilities
Essential Functions:Evaluates, diagnoses, and treats patients with mental illnesses through a combination of primarily psychopharmacology and psychotherapy.Performs initial psychiatric assessments, develops individualized care plans, and implements treatment for the patient.Assesses patients through interviews, observations, tests, and medical history reviews.Monitors and records client progress, and amends treatment plan according to patient response.Provides verbal and written education and counseling to patients, families, and caregivers.Plans follow-up care, including requests for outside consultations and evaluations.Maintains patient records necessary for clinic reporting, billing, and quality improvement.Functions potentially in a variety of settings, including a health center, skilled nursing facilities, supportive housing sites, and in clients' homes.Provides patients with emotional support and strategies to help manage their disorder.Stays current with new developments in psychiatry and mental health.Participates as a member of the site clinical services team and attends clinical team meetings.Coordinates care with other health team members, including case management and behavioral health staff, clinical consultation with other clinicians.Acts as an advocate for the patient and liaison with outside agencies as appropriate.Supervises Advanced Practice Psychiatric Providers (Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants).Actively participates in internal quality improvement teams and works with members proactively to drive quality improvement initiatives according to the organization's mission and strategic goals, federal and state laws and regulations, and accreditation standards.Other duties as assigned.Qualifications
Commitment to the provision of health care services for the underserved with demonstrated ability and sensitivity in working with a variety of people from low-income populations, with diverse educational, lifestyle, ethnic and cultural origins.Ability to effectively support, motivate and supervise staff, encourage and nurture development and growth, to build a strong and productive team.Strong organizational, administrative, multi-tasking, prioritization and problem-solving skills.Ability to work effectively under pressure in a positive friendly manner and to be flexible and adaptive to change.Ability to effectively present information to others, including other employees, community partners and vendors.Ability to work with individuals and organizations at the local level to build support.Ability to seek direction/approval on essential matters, yet work independently with little onsite supervision, using professional judgment and diplomacy.Work in a team-oriented environment with a number of professionals with different work styles and support needs.Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written skills.Conduct oneself in internal and external settings in a way that reflects positively on LifeLong Medical Care as an organization of professional, confident and sensitive staff.Ability to see how one's work intersects with that of other departments of LifeLong Medical Care and that of other partner organizations.Make appropriate use of knowledge/ expertise/ connections of other staff.Be creative and mature with a "can do", proactive attitude and an ability to continuously "scan" the environment, identifying and taking advantage of opportunities for improvement.Job Requirements:Medical degree required and must have completed psychiatry residency and board eligible.Current and unrestricted Medical License to practice in the state of California.Must have current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration in order to prescribe certain medications.Interest in working with a diverse patient population in a community-based organization and sensitivity to their needs and health problems; commitment to a community health philosophy of prevention and primary care.Proficient in Microsoft Office 365.Job Preferences:Board certification by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN).Experience in federally qualified health center or other community health environment preferred.Experience as part of a team-based care model.Electronic Health record, Epic experience.Spanish Language proficiency preferred.Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee frequently works with a video display terminal for prolonged periods; vision abilities include close vision and ability to adjust focus.While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in inside environmental conditions. The employee may be required to attend evening meetings, travel and work evenings or weekends. The noise level is usually quiet. Employee is subject to frequent interruptions.Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no direct staff supervisory responsibilities.
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