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Waukegan, IL | United States
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Job Location Lake Behavioral Hospital - Waukegan, IL
Position Type Contractor
Salary Range $55.00 - $55.00 Hourly
Job Shift Any
Description Welcome to Lake Behavioral Hospital (LBH) where passion meets purpose in the realm of mental health and substance use disorder treatment.
Our 161-bed acute care facility is located in Waukegan, IL and has been providing mental health treatment to the community and the state of Illinois since 2018. We are dedicated to offering services to meet the ever-changing emotion and behavioral healthcare needs of adolescents, adults, and their families. We offer specialized inpatient programs and outpatient services proven to decrease symptoms of mental illness and we are committed to help people live healthier lives. Our compassionate and experienced team of psychiatrists, licensed therapists, nurses and support staff are here to create an atmosphere of health, hope, and healing.
Join us in our transformative mission to redefine mental healthcare through person-centered care. Here, your unique skills and boundless compassion have the power to make a profound impact on the lives of those in need. If you are ready to contribute to a community that values excellence and empathy, seize this opportunity to apply and become a catalyst for positive change at
Lake Behavioral Hospital. To learn more about LBH, visit us at:
What will you do?
The Psychiatrist coordinates decision-making processes in assessing, diagnosing, and managing the medication of psychiatric patients. Working collaboratively with a diverse team, including registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, mental health technicians, social workers, therapists, and educators, the Psychiatrist conducts clinical assessments and crafts treatment plans to ensure safe, therapeutic, and competent patient care.
- Conduct timely and comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for both adult and adolescent patients upon admission.
- Develop treatment plans addressing cognitive, emotional, developmental, social, and behavioral disorders.
- Utilize psychotherapeutic methods and medications to provide effective patient treatment.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to maintain an interdisciplinary approach to treatment.
- Enforce policies, procedures, and legal regulations to ensure quality and safe patient service, adhering to CMS and Joint Commission standards and state and legal regulations.
- Participate in emergency consultations.
- Provide oversight of Nurse Practitioners and ongoing training to enhance staff competence.
- Prescribe pharmacologic interventions as necessary, considering the unique needs of adult and adolescent patients.
- Review and sign applicable laboratory and diagnostic test results.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and stakeholders, fostering a person-centered approach.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient records, adhering to hospital standards.
- Support hospital-wide quality and performance improvement goals and objectives.
Requirements Education: - MD/DO Degree from an Accredited University
Licensure: - Physician licensed to practice under Chapter 18.71 RCW, Board Eligible or Board Certified in Psychiatry
Experience: - Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in a psychiatric setting
Additional Prerequisites: - CPR Certification
- Completion of CPI training within 30 days of employment
Additional Skill Requirements: - Understanding and adherence to organizational Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, and policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of code procedures.
- Knowledge of psychiatric and medical procedures.
- Strong communication skills and a professional demeanor are essential.
- Detail-oriented with effective time management skills to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Self-starter with a high degree of drive, initiative, forward-thinking, and follow-through.
- Ability to work overtime and flexible hours as needed.
Compensation This is a contract role and the expected compensation range at $55.00 per patient visit at 15-20 patients per day. We're eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and consideration will be provided to experience and skill level. Join us as our Psychiatris!
Benefits & Perks: - Cafeteria On-Site + Discounted Meals
- Employee Engagement Events
- Employee Recognition Program
- Free Parking
Lake Behavioral Hospital values a diverse, inclusive workforce and provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.
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