Principal Psychiatrist

IntroductionThe State of Connecticut, Department of Correction (DOC) is actively recruiting for a Principal Psychiatrist to join our healthcare services. We are currently recruiting for a Principal Psychiatrist for our Garner Correctional Institution in Newtown, Hartford Correction Center in Hartford, York Correctional Institution in East Lyme, CT. However, this posting can serve as a recruitment for ALL Department of Correction Facilities, should a position be available. On your application, please select the location(s) you are interested in: Bridgeport, CT -Bridgeport Correctional Institution Brooklyn, CT -Brooklyn Correctional Institution Cheshire, CT -Cheshire Correctional Institution or Manson Youth Institution East Lyme (Niantic), CT -York Correctional Institution Enfield, CT -Robinson Correctional Institution or Willard Cybulski Correctional Institution Hartford, CT -Hartford Correctional Center Montville (Uncasville), CT -Corrigan Correctional Center New Haven, CT -New Haven Correctional Center Newtown, CT -Garner Correctional Institution Somers, CT -Osborn Correctional Institution South Suffield, CT -MacDougall-Walker Correctional Institution If you thrive in a collaborative work environment that supports patients with mental health, substance abuse and other physiological challenges, and are interested in a career where you can make a positive difference in the lives of the inmate population, we encourage you to applyBenefits and Balance at the State of ConnecticutOur state has a lot to offer - from fun activities for all ages, to great food and shopping, to beautiful state parks and forests, to our diverse cultures and rich history. Connecticut is a great place to livePosition HighlightsFull-time, 40 hours per week Monday through Friday schedule of 7:00AM - 3:00PM or 8:00AM - 4:00PM (*schedule TBD during interview, depending on facility needs)Your role: Provision of high quality medical care is essential to our mission of leading safe and secure facilities while ensuring the wellness of our inmate population, our staff and the general public.Examples of DutiesProvides 24-hour supervision to specified groups of patients and facility coverage as scheduled including on-call coverage and weekend coverage; Makes rounds and provides direct care and clinical oversight of multi-disciplinary treatment teams; Coordinates work of medical staff with related programs; Reviews treatment plans, clinical records, diagnoses, and patient discharge plans for adherence to policies and/or The Joint Commission (TJC) and Health Care Financing Authority (HCFA) standards; Provides education and training as indicated, e.g., grand rounds and case conferences; Assigns, oversees and evaluates work of staff and on-site night duty physicians and/or psychiatrists; Conducts and/or participates in meetings on clinical and administrative policy, research programs, clinical program development and treatment techniques; Assesses, examines and evaluates patients for admission or discharge; Assesses, examinations, diagnoses and prescribes appropriate medications and other biologic and psychosocial treatments for patients with psychiatric illnesses and substance abuse disorders; Performs advanced level risk assessments; Consults on difficult and/or complex cases; Develops and implements QA and/or QI process improvement initiatives; Prepares and/or reviews reports, medical records and correspondence; Performs utilization review and management functions; Attends court hearings as a state witness; Performs related duties as required.Knowledge, Skill and AbilityConsiderable knowledge of methods and principles of behavioral health medicine; current principles and methods of assessment and treatment of patients with psychiatric illnesses and substance abuse disorders; recent developments in field of psychiatry and substance abuse including treatment models and best practices; Considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; Considerable ability to examine for, diagnose, assess and treat patients with psychiatric illnesses and substance abuse disorders; prescribe and conduct psychotherapy, medications and other treatments specific to psychiatric and substance abuse disorders; Ability to develop a collaborative group practice environment with other psychiatrists, physicians and members of interdisciplinary teams; analyze and interpret laboratory reports, x-rays and other medical and/or psychological reports and findings; Administrative ability; Supervisory ability.Minimum Qualifications - General ExperienceIncumbents in this class must possess and retain certification as a specialist in psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology or board certification in Adult or Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.Special RequirementsIncumbents in this class must possess and retain a license to practice medicine and surgery in Connecticut. A temporary license may be granted for a period not to exceed one (1) year. Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain eligibility for participation in federal health care programs as defined in 42 U.S. 1320a-7b(f). Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain certification as a specialist in an area such as geriatrics, ABI/TBI, forensics, substance abuse, etc. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess appropriate current licenses, certifications or permits. Incumbents in this class may be required to be bilingual.ConclusionAN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.AcknowledgementAs defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility. #J-18808-Ljbffr