Psychiatrist #BD-649-01

Adelphi is seeking a Psychiatrist to perform duties for a county jail in Williamson, Texas. The Psychiatrist will provide comprehensive psychiatric care to incarcerated individuals, ensuring the delivery of high-quality mental health services in a correctional setting. 

Job Quick Facts:
 • Reference #: BD-649-01
 • Profession: Physician
 • Specialty: Psychiatry
 • Location: Williamson County, Texas
 • Facility Type: Jail
 • Coverage type: On-Site
 • Job Type: Contract
 • Contract Duration: 4 years 
 • Schedule: Minimum of 16 hours/week
 • Start Date:  N/A 
 • Compensation: $250 - $285/hr

Requirements:
 • Doctoral or post-graduate degree
 • Active Texas License
 • BE/BC 
 
Responsibilities:
 • Provider will provide out-patient psychiatric attention to all inmates requiring such attention.
 • Provider shall prescribe medication per the Sheriff’s Office’s defined psychotropic medication
formulary.
 • Provider shall develop and write standing orders for use by the jail staff in the handling of the
psychiatric needs of the inmates.
 • Provider shall utilize the EMR (Electronic Medical Record) system provided by Williamson
County.
 • Provide consultation and guidance to other healthcare providers and correctional staff regarding the mental health needs of inmates.
 • Respond to psychiatric emergencies and provide crisis intervention as needed.
 • Provider will coordinate care with the contracted Medical Director and Williamson County Jail Medical Supervisor.
 • Stay current with advancements in psychiatric care and participate in continuing education opportunities.