SouthLight Healthcare is hiring: Psychiatrist - Full Time or Part Time in Cumber

Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT) Psychiatrist - Cumberland County

$2,500 sign on bonus!

Join a supportive team who values Compassion, Excellence, Collaboration, Inclusion, Hope, & Authenticity!

As a member of our ACT (Assertive Community Treatment) multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for providing clinical consultation and treatment for patients in need of mental health and substance use services, conducting psychiatric assessments, assessing physical health needs, making appropriate referrals to community physicians, and providing management and administration of medication in conjunction with the psychiatric nurse.

This role is a vital position on our Cumberland County team.

Schedule

Full-time or part-time.

Able to offer anywhere from 8 - 40 hours per week, depending on your needs.

Pay

Starting range is $165.00 - $185.00 per hour, based on experience.

+ $2,500 sign on bonus

*bonus applies to external applicants only

Benefits

Being a part of a non-profit behavioral health organization has some unique benefits, along with our incredible health insurance options. Working here at SouthLight, you will be able to make a difference in people's lives every day, and know that you are a part of inspiring positive change in your community.

Full-time employees are eligible for medical benefits the first of the month 30 days after hire date. Options for a standard plan and an HSA plan with a $300 initial contribution and up to a $25 per paycheck match. 10 paid holidays and PTO hours which accrue at a rate of 10 hours per month. After 6 months employees are eligible to enroll in our 401(k) plan which has a 4% match. Company paid life insurance, short and long term disability, in house and paid training opportunities, and additional pay for working holidays. SouthLight provides mileage reimbursement. SouthLight is an approved employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

Job Responsibilities of an Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT) Psychiatrist

• Evaluate members in crisis for treatment and ongoing psychiatric services
• Provide high quality psychiatric services for members in the community, which includes but is not limited to psychiatric evaluations and medication management
• Provide psychiatric services for a population who present with complex psychiatric conditions including severe mental illness; complex neurocognitive disorders; substance use disorders and individuals with co-occurring conditions
• Perform physicals and emergency medical care as required
• Comply with all requirements of the NC Medical Board to retain his/her license as a physician
• Comply with SouthLight Compliance, Credentialing and HR policies as it relates to any filings with the NC Medical, ethics committees or malpractice suits
• Participate in ACT team morning meetings on days worked

Qualifications of an Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT) Psychiatrist

Educational and Experience

• Completion of an accredited Psychiatric Residency Program
• Board Eligible or Board-Certified Psychiatrist with experience diagnosing, treating and evaluating the effectiveness of treatment for mental health and co-occurring population served by the agency
• Experience and knowledge of Federal & State Regulations relative to Mental Health and Substance Use Treatment and NC enhanced service definitions, array of mental health, substance use and developmental disability services

Licensure/Certifications

• The Psychiatrist shall be enrolled as a provider and in good standing with the Division of Medical Assistance and either:
  • An American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology-certified or American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology-eligible psychiatrist (MD or DO) licensed in North Carolina; or
  • A physician licensed in North Carolina who has ABPN certification if the agency delivers substance abuse services only. If the agency delivers services other than substance abuse services, the physician must meet the exception criteria outlined by oversight and regulatory entities at the state and federal level
• ASAM training/certification

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills
• Familiarity with the North Carolina Controlled Substance Abuse Registry
• Knowledge of all CARF standards and all federal and state laws, rules and regulations pertaining to medical, nursing and clinical behavioral health care
• High degree of attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task

About SouthLight Healthcare

Tap into your passion at SouthLight Healthcare. Build your career in an environment where your voice, passion and work matters every day. At the core of SouthLight is a commitment to our values, our employees and clients. We strive to be an organization where every colleague can contribute and excel. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to building a culture that values diversity and inclusion. SouthLight offers competitive opportunities and a robust benefits package.

Founded in 1970, SouthLight Healthcare is one of the area's largest and long-established nonprofit providers of substance use treatment and mental health services. With outpatient and community-based programs, SouthLight provides prevention, education and treatment services in the Triangle and beyond. SouthLight has multiple office locations throughout the Triangle area, serving more than 9,000 clients each year. Services include adult outpatient counseling, Intensive Outpatient Program, Psychiatric Services and Medication Management, Opioid Treatment Program, Court Deferral Program, Peer Support Services, Family Centered Treatment, Community Support Team and a residential treatment program for women and children and more.