About this opportunity
Kahak DC lists this Psychiatrist - Kahak Health Care Services opportunity in washington, District of Columbia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
About the Role
Kahak Health Care Services (KHCS) is seeking a licensed Psychiatrist to join our team as a core clinical provider within Washington, D.C. This position plays a critical role in the diagnosis, treatment, and psychiatric oversight of adults and/or youth with serious mental illness (SMI), emotional disturbances, and co-occurring disorders.
The psychiatrist will work collaboratively with therapists, nurses, Certified Peer Specialists, community support workers, and other behavioral health professionals to provide comprehensive, recovery-focused care aligned with DBH guidelines and D.C. Municipal regulations.
Responsibilities
Performing diagnostic psychiatric evaluations.
Ongoing psychiatric management, including psycho-pharmacologic treatment, psycho-therapeutic support, and crisis intervention.
Assuring comprehensive healthcare needs are identified and treated.
Providing team consultation and clinical oversight of nurse practitioners as well as participation in interdisciplinary treatment planning meetings.
Educating clients about their illness and providing health management information.
Documenting clinical care in the electronic clinical record.
Individualized treatment plans for new and established patients via in-person appointments.
Focus on each patient you see – our administrative team takes care of the busy work.
Requirements
Required License/Certification: Must be a board-eligible or board-certified Psychiatrist or Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner licensed in DC.
Must be competent at treating adolescents with trauma histories and complex behavioral health needs.
Competency in crisis intervention and de-escalation.
Strong communication and organizational skills required.
Unencumbered DEA / Clean criminal background.
Green Card holder or United States Citizen.
Schedule
Flexible scheduling options.
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Worksite address
washington, DC, 20022, US
Who can apply
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