Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician

Forensic Psychiatrist

Join our dynamic team as a Forensic Psychiatrist with YesCare located at the Lexington Fayetteville Detention Center in Kentucky. This part-time position requires 12 hours a week and offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of correctional healthcare.

Job Description

• Assess the mental health, emotional, and behavioral factors relevant to legal cases.
• Provide expert opinions, consultation, and testimony in court proceedings to help inform legal decisions.
• Provide diagnostic evaluation and treatment to patients in the Behavioral Health Unit (BHU)/Competency Restoration Program (CRP).
• Provide consultation, clinical direction, general supervision, and training to the Unit/Program staff.
• Provide onsite treatment for competency/restoration forensic patients; conduct clinical assessments; prescribe medication; handle medical emergencies as needed.
• Develop treatment plans and transition planning; develop after-discharge care plans. Facilitate transition planning/Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings with receiving treatment units.
• Participate in competency evaluations and court testimony as needed; prepare and submit case reports or summaries to government or mental health agencies.
• Provide medication management to all patients admitted to the BHU/CRP.
• Consult with legal professionals to provide expert insights and guidance on mental health-related aspects of cases.
• Approve all admissions and discharges into the BHU/CRP. Approve, sign, and monitor the implementation and efficiency of treatment plans.
• Provide in-service education to the BHU/CRP staff as needed.
• Be available on a scheduled basis for the on-call needs of the BHU/CRP staff.
• Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement audits and initiatives.
• Develop risk assessments and provide recommendations on release.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of treatment programs for incarcerated individuals.
• Advise correctional facilities on mental health policies and procedures.
• Participate in all Multi-Disciplinary Treatment team meetings with patients held weekly for the BHU/CRP.
• Participate in BHU/CRP specific team meetings and Behavioral Health meetings.
• Participate in weekly clinical meetings with stakeholders.
• Facilitate screening of patients for appropriateness for entry into the BHU and/or CRP treatment outside of the BHU.
• Facilitate screening of patients for readiness for re-evaluation of competency.
• Provide relevant training to staff on identified topics relevant to the treatment of forensic patients within a correctional setting.
• Assist in treatment outcome monitoring through participation and oversight of data collection.
• Participate in the development of the BHU/CRP Operations Manual.
• Conduct weekly rounds on the patients in the BHU/CRP.
• Participate in the quality assurance process by reviewing documentation and treatment plans for patients in the BHU/CRP.

Requirements

• Must be a graduate of medical school and have completed an appropriate psychiatric residency.
• Must have 1 year Fellowship in Forensic Psychiatry.
• Corrections experience preferred.
• Must be licensed to practice in the applicable state and certified by the Office of Mental Health to provide psychiatric services in a licensed inpatient unit. Current DEA number will need to be provided.
• A background check, security clearance, and drug screening are required for this role.

Benefits

(Only applicable for full-time positions)

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous PTO plan
• 401k with matching funds
• Employee discount and rewards program
• Tuition assistance
• Continuing education reimbursement

About YesCare Health

Correctional healthcare is not just a job. It's a calling.

By choosing a career with YesCare, you are choosing the opportunity to truly make a difference in the health, well-being, and future of the patients you serve. We take pride in being a pioneer provider of correctional healthcare. As a YesCare professional, you have access to the resources and support to enhance your skills, build a solid foundation to reach your career potential, and contribute to the care and well-being of an underserved population. There is no greater calling. Join YesCare today and be part of our legacy of innovation and clinical expertise.