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State of South Carolina

Psychiatrist/WCMH

State of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina, us, 29228


Salary:

$0.00 Annually

Location :

Horry County, SC

Job Type:

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number:

49037

Agency:

Department of Mental Health-MHC Waccamaw

Opening Date:

10/28/2024

Closing Date:

11/25/2024 5:00 PM Eastern

Class Code::

UB26

Position Number::

60029634

Normal Work Schedule::

Other

Normal Work Schedule (Other)::

Work schedule to e discussed during the interview.

Pay Band:

Unclassified

Opening Date:

03/28/2017

EEO Statement:

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures::

You must apply on-line at www.careers.sc.gov. Follow the status of your application on-line.You must provide unofficial transcripts for education and licensure.

Veteran Preference Statement:

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

With our Agency's mission to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses, we provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina.

This position is located at Waccamaw Center for Mental Health (WCMH) in the following areas (Horry, Georgetown and Williamsburg Counties). Telepsychiatry options are available.

THIS POSITION IS REPOSTED*** Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to reapply***

Under limited supervision, provides for the Medical/Psychiatric care of assigned clients at the Waccamaw Center for Mental Health. Under limited clinical and administrative supervision of the Medical Director for WCMH, will provide psychiatric (emergency, evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and treatment) services to Adults and/or Children at locations of the WCMH as may be assigned by the WCMH Medical Director. The expectations is that the individual is available to provide Psychiatric services to individuals who are clients of WCMH, maintaining an average bill time of at least 60%.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Psychiatrist Certified and Non-Certified:

Licensed to practice medicine in the State of South Carolina. Completion of full residency (four years) in psychiatry. Board Certification in psychiatry strongly preferred and required for certified classifications.

Sr. Psychiatrist Certified and Non-Certified:

Licensed to practice medicine in the State of South Carolina. Completion of required residency and two (2) years direct patient care experience. Board Certification in psychiatry strongly preferred and required for certified classifications.

Salary may vary depending on experience and qualifications.

Must meet DMH credentialing requirements.Preferred Qualifications

Extensive knowledge of the latest treatment modalities and techniques in General Psychiatry. Must be able to document significant continuing medical educational activities. Individual must have the ability and skills to work with a wide variety of patients and staff of various backgrounds and ethnicities. Must be comfortable with consulting with outside agencies and representing WCMH and South Carolina Department of Mental Health (SCDMH) to others at times when needed. Individual must be fully licensed to practice medicine in SC and be able to prescribe controlled substances.

Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. Please account for any and all gaps of employment in your application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of application completion nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

The South Carolina Department of Mental Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

-Up to $200K package including benefits-Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability & Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse and Children-15 days each annual and sick leave per year-13 Paid Holidays

-Paid Parental Leave

-State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs-Practice Insurance-Possible relocation, bonus and tuition loan repayment-Offering a flexible work schedule, office and support staff for a package equal to mark standards and more. The malpractice insurance is second to none.

South Carolina boasts excellent wealth with oceans, beaches, and mountains not more than two and one half hours away from almost any location. Good schools, low taxes and low cost of living. South Carolina offers the arts including, the world renowned Spoleto Arts Festival in Charleston, museums, plenty of golfing, sailing, world-class fishing and natural wildlife as well.

The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance BenefitsEligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement BenefitsState employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace BenefitsState employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note:

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

01

Are you willing to take a mandatory pre-employment drug test?

YesNo

02

For the Department of Mental Health, have you ever been denied a professional license, or had a professional license revoked or limited by, and/or had any discipline or sanction imposed on you or your practice by a professional licensing board or body?

YesNo

03

If you answered yes to question 4, please provide a statement explaining the facts, name of the professional licensing board or body, any action taken by that board or body, and your current status with that board or body.

04

Have you completed a full residency in psychiatry and do you have 2 years in direct patient care?

YesNo

05

Are you currently or have you been excluded or sanctioned from participating in the Medicaid and/or Medicare Program?

YesNo

06

If you answered yes to question 7, please provide a statement explaining, including the date(s) of exclusion and/or sanction.

07

Are you licensed to practice medicine in the State of South Carolina?

YesNo

08

Have you received your Board Certification, or are you eligible for Board Certification?

YesNo

09

Do you have experience with telemedicine and emergency psychiatry?

YesNo

10

Are you certified in Child Psychiatry?

YesNo

11

Do you have experience in treating children and adolescents?

YesNo

12

Do you have experience in treating adults with mental illness?

YesNo

13

Do you have a valid South Carolina Driver's license?

YesNo

14

From where did you learn of this employment opportunity?

SC State Jobs portal/jobs.sc.govSimply HiredIndeedCollege Career Services CenterFriendOther

15

Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").

Required Question