Mindcare Solutions has an unwavering focus on achieving successful patient outcomes, harmonized seamlessly with a spirit of innovation. This synergy breathes life into an all-encompassing work environment that fuels collaboration. Rooted in our shared dedication to enhance national psychiatric access through superior patient care, we have nurtured MindCare Solutions into a thriving haven for those who yearn to make impactful contributions and flourish.

Correctional Psychiatrist - Telehealth

MindCare Solutions, is a leader in comprehensive mental health solutions in various settings: clinician owned and operated. We are seeking a Correctional Psychiatristto manage the operation and provides overall direction and leadership for the provision of the mental health services in the facility. This position has the primary responsibility of providing administrative and clinical coordination for the comprehensive mental health care program for the inmates/residents.

Compensation: Up to $375,000 annually (based on experience)

Schedule: 20-40 hours per week; flexible hours available. Remote only

Position Summary:

• Correctional Psychiatrist - 40 Hours/week (flexible schedule to fit provider) On-site preferred, can be remote if necessary.
• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments to diagnose mental health disorders among the incarcerated population.
• Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications ensuring that treatment plans are effective and adjusted as needed
• Create individualized treatment plans that include medication management, psychotherapy, and other interventions appropriate for the correctional setting.
• Prepare progress reports; provide recommendations regarding discharge plans; make case presentations; and assist administrative and medical staff in development of statistical reports on assigned inmates/residents.
• Correctional Psychiatrist will maintain up to date medical records, ensuring compliance with facility policies, state regulations, and standards of care
• Maintain and monitor confidentiality of inmates/residents and their files; audit files to determine that all services provided are documented; review status of inmates/residents to verify that all treatment and therapeutic programs are completed.
• Review, process and respond (via corporate counsel) to lawsuits; provide expert testimony or psychiatric evaluations for legal proceedings involving inmates under your care
• Read, analyze, comprehend and interpret technical procedures or governmental regulations, legal and non-legal documents, including the processing of such documents as medical instructions, commitment orders, summons and other legal writs.
• Correctional Psychiatrist will work closely with psychologists, social workers, nurses, and correctional staff to provide integrated and coordinated care
• Provide immediate psychiatric care in crisis situations, such as suicide attempts or acute psychiatric episodes, and work to prevent incidents through proactive mental health management
• Endeavor to comply with the requirements of applicable regulations, laws, rules, procedures, policies, standards and/or contract.

Qualifications:

• Board Certified or Eligible (within 1 year of residency completion) in Psychiatry
• Psychiatrist - Corrections is required to have an active and unrestricted license in the state of NM
• Maintains an active Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• Have excellent skills in diagnostic assessment and counseling
• This position requires sound clinical judgment, professionalism, and independence
• Valid Driver's License is required
• Psychiatrist with active NM DEA required

Benefits:

• In house Pharmacist available - On Call
• Competitive Salary
• Malpractice Coverage
• Medical, Dental and Vision (FTE only)
• HSA/FSA
• 401K with 4% match
• Disability
• Life/AD&D
• Amazing Culture
• Maternity Leave

Embrace this pivotal moment – become a part of the dynamic force that propels our shared vision forward at MindCare Solutions.