Full Time Psychiatrist for Residential Facility - Dahlonega, GA

Job Summary:

The Psychiatrist will serve at BayMark Health Services in the state of Georgia as required by the Department of Public Health regulations. This individual, who will be licensed in the State, provides psychiatric evaluations and treatment when necessary within the context of state, county & other regulatory bodies.

Essential Job Functions:

• Provide psychological evaluation and treatment when necessary to at risk patients and is available by phone to discuss in a consultative manner, patients with co-occurring disorders.
• Provision of timely feedback to Administrative/Medical/Counseling staff regarding clients who are psychologically at risk and facilitates the identification of the most appropriate treatment intervention.
• Sign patient record notes, when appropriate
• Provides patient education specific to various psychological conditions/symptoms within our scope of practice
• Must be available during working hours by telephone and access to a computer without violating company policy.
• Regular consultation and availability is to be maintained.
• Other related duties as determined by supervisor

Qualifications | Education | Certifications:

• Must be licensed in the state of Georgia.
• Must be a licensed Psychiatrist to provide psychiatric diagnosis or treatment when necessary.
• Previous experience working with chemically dependent individuals a plus.
• Must demonstrate a positive, non-judgmental, and accepting attitude toward our patient population.
• Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check.

Here is what you can expect from us:

BayMark Health Services a progressive substance abuse treatment organization is committed to the highest quality of patient care. Our ultimate goal is to address the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of treatment, to help each of our patients achieve long-term recovery and an improved quality of life.

BayMark Health Services is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, natural origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition, disability or veteran’s status or any other classification protected by State/Federal laws.