Psychiatrist

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Patient Care Specialist to join our team at Waverly Health Center. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care and support to individuals and families in need of mental health services.

• Assess patients in clinic and/or hospital settings through physical examination and comprehensive history taking.
• Develop and implement treatment plans, including prescription of psychotropic medications.
• Monitor and evaluate treatment results, making adjustments as needed to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless care coordination.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest research and best practices in mental health care, applying this knowledge to improve patient outcomes and advance the field.

• Must be currently licensed by the State of Iowa as a Physician with current DEA registration and State of Iowa Controlled Substances Act registration.
• Must be Board Certified or eligible for certification in Psychiatry.
• Successful completion of an Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or American Osteopathic Association (AOA) accredited post-graduate training program in psychiatry.
• Must be accepted for Medical Staff membership.
• Must be able to possess professional liability insurance.
• Must remain current in educational training and credentialing requirements.
• Must possess valid certifications as determined by hospital privilege delineation.

This role will be based in our primary care clinic, where you will work closely with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care. You will be expected to maintain a safe and healthy work environment, adhering to all relevant policies and procedures.

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change. All employees are expected to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their manager.