PSYCHIATRIST

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate General Psychiatrist to join our outpatient medical team. The psychiatrist will provide comprehensive mental health care, including assessments, diagnosis, medication management, and therapeutic interventions for a diverse patient population. This role focuses on offering high-quality psychiatric care in a supportive outpatient environment, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals.

Essential Job Functions:

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and mental health assessments for patients.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans that may include medication management, psychotherapy, and other therapeutic modalities.
• Monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans as necessary, and ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Provide psychoeducation to patients and families regarding mental health conditions, treatment options, and self-management strategies.
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including psychologists, social workers, therapists, psychiatric NPs, and primary care providers, to coordinate patient care.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation of all patient interactions in the electronic health record (EHR) system.
• Participate in clinical meetings, case discussions, and continuing education activities to maintain and enhance clinical skills.
• Uphold ethical standards, confidentiality, and compliance with all regulatory and organizational policies.
• Participate in planning and administrative decisions affecting the program’s treatment approaches, technology, and quality of care.
• Work on integration of behavioral health and primary care through the Collaboration Model.
• Will be required to achieve productivity standards as set forth and outlined by the department.
• Perform psychiatric reviews of charts and treatment plans.
• May supervise psychiatric NP.
• Perform other job duties as required by manager/supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Medical degree (M.D. or D.O.) from an accredited medical school.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry; valid state medical license. Board-certified is required.
• Prior experience in an outpatient psychiatric setting is preferred but not required; recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Skills: Strong clinical, diagnostic, and therapeutic skills; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; proficiency with EHR systems; ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Current documentation of Basic Life Support is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of related work experience in a general office.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office is a plus.

Language:

• Must be able to fluently speak, read, and write English.
• Fluent in Chinese (Cantonese and/or Mandarin) preferred.
• Fluency in other languages is an asset.

Status:

• This is an FLSA Exempt position.
• This is not an OSHA high-risk position.
• This is a Full Time position.

NEMS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer welcoming diversity in our workforce. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

NEMS Benefits: Competitive benefits, including free medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee, spouse and/or children; and company contribution to 401(k).