Medical Director, Psychiatrist - CommuniCare Corporate

Medical Director, Behavioral Health, Long Term Care Setting

Due to current growth, Personalized Health Partners is recruiting a Psychiatrist for the position of Medical Director - Behavioral Health Services to support the buildup of our practice in order to offer even more personalized care to the patients we serve.

No Weekends, No Holidays, Never on-call

Position Summary:

The Psychiatrist in a long-term care (LTC) setting is responsible for providing high-quality, evidence-based mental health care to residents in skilled nursing facilities (SNFs). This role involves collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive mental and physical healthcare, coordinating medical services, and playing a key role in developing policies and behavioral health programs. The psychiatrist will provide evidenced based mental health treatment, participate in care planning meetings, and work closely with psychiatric nurse practitioners (NPs) as well as licensed independent social workers (LISWs). This position plays a pivotal role in enhancing mental health care within the LTC setting, ensuring SNF residents receive the highest standard of psychiatric care and supporting the development of a robust and comprehensive behavioral health program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct psychiatric care, including diagnostic evaluations, medication management, and psychotherapy for residents with a range of mental health conditions, focusing on geriatric populations and patients with chronic mental illness.
• Coordinate psychiatric care with medical and nursing staff, ensuring integration of physical and mental healthcare, particularly for complex cases involving comorbidities.
• Actively engage in interdisciplinary behavioral health teams, collaborating with psychiatric NPs, LISWs, psychologists, nurses, and primary care physicians to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Participate in creating, updating, and implementing policies and protocols for behavioral health services in alignment with best practices and regulatory requirements. Contribute to the development of comprehensive psychiatric care programs within SNFs.
• Provide emergency psychiatric evaluations and treatment as needed, ensuring swift response to acute mental health crises.
• Offer guidance, mentorship, and education to psychiatric NPs, LISWs, and psychologists, fostering professional development and improving clinical outcomes. Promote a team-based, collaborative care model.
• Ensure care practices comply with CMS, Medicare Advantage, and Special Needs Plan (SNP) regulations, as well as other relevant regulatory standards. Participate in quality assurance activities to maintain high standards of care.

Qualifications:

• Education: MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board Certification: ABNP Board-certified in Psychiatry, with a focus or experience in geriatric psychiatry preferred.
• Licensure: Licensed to practice psychiatry in the state.
• Experience: Experience working with psychiatric nurse practitioners, LISWs, and psychologists, with an emphasis on collaboration and education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with CMS, Medicare Advantage, and SNP regulations.
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and related documentation practices.
• Strong knowledge of geriatric psychiatry and best practices for managing psychiatric conditions in the elderly population.
• Experience providing psychiatric care in long-term care settings, including skilled nursing facilities.

Skills and Competencies:

• Collaborative Leadership: Ability to lead and work within an interdisciplinary team to deliver integrated care.
• Strong Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff.
• Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving: Proficient in managing complex cases and making informed decisions in high-pressure situations.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to the needs of residents and facility operations while upholding high clinical standards.
• Commitment to Quality Care: Passion for providing compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care to vulnerable populations in a long-term care environment.