Need Psychiatrist to do remote admissions only and provide back up coverage for full time MD for 5 behavioral health units.

Also need someone to do IDT, Rounds and Collaboration for 14 bed adult unit.

Environment:

Inpatient (done remotely)

Patient-based:

Adult, Adolescent

Requirements

MD/DO licensed in Iowa

MD/DO that live in Iowa

Willing and able to do remote work

• Conduct psychiatric assessments/evaluations and diagnose clients according to DSM-5 or ICD-10 criteria
• Formulate a working diagnosis, develop, and implement at treatment plan, and evaluate/modify therapeutic regimens to promote positive patient outcomes
• When clinically indicated, perform assessment scales (e.g., PHQ-9, GAD-7, CSSR-S, etc.), order laboratory tests, review results, and document as required by Forefront Telecare guidelines
• Prescribe, titrate, and monitor psychotropic medications
• Participate in a collaborative approach of patient management using the knowledge and clinical resources of every member of the health care staff to provide the resolution of diagnostic and therapeutic problems and the implementation of effective solutions
• Consult with members of the clinical team as appropriate
• Provide individual and/or family education to increase each patient's awareness of illness and treatment issues
• Participate in administrative or clinical meetings during scheduled hours
• Perform activities and discussions related to coordination of care (PCP communication, calls with primary care practitioner, referral to higher or lower level of care etc.)
• Organize care delivery in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team in a manner that promotes continuity and accountability for patient care
• Promote team approach to patient care through creating and maintaining professional working relationships with physicians and support staff
• Maintain appropriate medical records and complete all necessary clinical documentation in an accurate and timely manner in accordance with Forefront Telecare guidelines
• Video(Zoom) conference with patients who have psych needs from your remote, secure location
• Evaluate and complete notes via EMR system in a timely manner
• Proficient in patient interview and mental status exams
• Collection of comprehensive histories including diagnostic impressions
• Pharmaceutical management
• Safety evaluations
• Multi-state licensed preferred
• TelePsych experience
• Updated CAQH
• Active DEA Controlled Substance Registration in the state of Iowa
• Friendly and compassionate disposition

Benefits

• Full and Part-Time Compensation:
• 1099 position
• Paid on the 15th of every month for prior months work
  Other Benefits:
• Work from anywhere
• Flexible hours
• Malpractice and liability insurance provided
• Web based EMR - intuitive and easy to use(training provided)
• Potential to get you licensed in other states
• Opportunity to become a full time employee if that is your goal
• Regional Medical Director positions available

Why Forefront Telecare?

Forefront Telecare is the leading provider of virtual behavioral health solutions. We have been providing the highest quality telepsychiatry and teletherapy care nationwide in hospitals, long-term care, and home health settings for over 10 years. We continue to expand rapidly to meet significant growth in demand for behavioral telehealth services and expect our current volume to grow rapidly within the year. As of July 2023 Forefront Telecare is currently in 420 sites in the United States serving Behavioral Health Hospitals, Multi-specialty clinics, ED/Med Surg, SNF and Home. Our clinical network, licensed in 47 states, consists of a team of Psychiatrists, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Psychologists and Licensed Clinical Social Workers that are integrated into our technical, operational, and billing telehealth solution. We provide psychiatric support services to individuals in need, in collaboration with the care teams who are managing all their other medical needs, with a focus on improving quality of life.

Forefront Telecare is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Forefront Telecare is an E-Verify company.