Psychiatrist will provide consultative diagnostic evaluation for adult autism and refer for treatment as appropriate
Description
Duties/Responsibilities:
Conduct psychiatric examination via consultation for individuals seeking assessment for adult autism.
Review testing and associated documentation for reporting purposes.
Confer with the patient's relatives regarding illness and treatment as necessary.
Create diagnostic documentation and report for patient and family as well as internal reporting and publishing
Assist through consultation in establishing psychiatric programs and policies.
Keep medical records and prepare psychiatric reports per company documentation standards.
Complete other duties as assigned
Schedule is based on provider availability and set by provider. Evenings and weekends are accepted.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Knowledge of general medicine and psychiatry; current developments in the field of psychiatry; hospital and clinic organization, management, and procedures.
Ability to skillfully diagnose and treat severely and persistently mentally ill patients through a virtual platform.
Ability to analyze situations and adopt an effective course of action.
Ability to prepare records and reports.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to maintain objectivity and confidentiality.
Education and Experience:
Completion of a residency training program in psychiatry
Possession of a valid license as a physician required.
Possession of a valid state driver’s license may be required.
Primary license in compact state preferred
Willingness to obtain additional state licenses strongly preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.