Minimum Qualifications:
Two (2) years of experience in psychiatry, including one (1) year in a supervisory, administrative, or consultative capacity; and completion of a residency or training program in psychiatry which meets the certification requirements of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology or the American Osteopathic Board of Neurology and Psychiatry.Possession of a license to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as issued by the State Board of Medical Education and Licensure, or the State Board of Osteopathic Examiners.Basic computer skills to include, but not limited, to Microsoft Office Products.Role Description:
This is professional work in the management of the total psychiatric services at a state facility. A resource has facility wide responsibility for the planning, management, coordination, evaluation and integration of psychiatric services to further comprehensive patient treatment.
The resource may develop policies and procedures regulating the conduct of all psychiatric services, continuously evaluating their effectiveness and promoting staff improvement.
Supervision is normally exercised over subordinate psychiatrists, physicians, and/or resident physicians in the implementation of facility wide psychiatric services.
About Us:
TulaRay partners with clients to create staffing solutions that meet unique organizational needs. Our services are designed to reduce administrative burdens, protect your brand, and improve assignment time-to-fill. We believe that mutually successful client relationships are built on lasting quality and exceptional customer service. We pride ourselves on our uncompromising commitment to high-quality emergency management & healthcare personnel, while ensuring that our clients are taken care of with personalized attention. TulaRay manages total compliance and respectfully supports hundreds of professionals and patient-centered programs.
TulaRay is proud to be an affirmative action employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by visiting our website at tularay.com
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Candidates should have experience with diagnosing developmentally disabled individuals.
All services shall be provided by fully-qualified persons with appropriate education, training, and experience. The facility has the right to request proof of qualifications for all persons performing services under the contract.
At the request of Selinsgrove Center, Contractor may be responsible to provide Act 13 Clearance (criminal background check) for personnel performing service on facility property. At the request of the Contractor, Selinsgrove Center will process criminal background checks with the understanding that Selinsgrove Center will be reimbursed by the Contractor at the current processing rate (currently $10 per person).
REGISTRATION: A current copy of the employee license or certification and Contractor’s license must be on file at the Facility.
Role Description:
The Psychiatrist is responsible for the psychiatric care and treatment of dually diagnosed individuals residing at Selinsgrove Center. Duties include full professional responsibility for the diagnosis, determination of treatment methods and leadership in the implementation of treatment plans. Work is performed under general direction of an administrative supervisor and is reviewed for conformance to current, accepted psychiatric and medical principles and techniques through staff conferences, case report, and observation during performance, and evaluation of results.
Examines patients to determine the presence of psychiatric disorder, obtains medical histories, diagnoses illness, and recommends the course of treatment.
Makes rounds and provides regular routine follow-up of care and progress of treatment of patients.
When appropriate, directs the administration of treatments using somatic, group, or milieu therapy and other psychotherapeutic methods and medications.
Performs related work as required.
Confers with and advises members of the medical staff and allied hospital personnel, agencies, relatives and other interested persons on the care, treatment, and prognosis of patients.
Formulates the psychiatric component of the treatment plan, as appropriate.
Prepares comprehensive diagnostic, progress evaluation, and prognostic status reports on individual patients. Documentation is prepared to meet billing criteria for Medicare, and results in Medicare reimbursement for eligible services.
Serves as a consultant to the Interdisciplinary Team.
Attends and participates in staff conferences for the discussion of the diagnosis, treatment, admission, or discharge of patients.
Reviews reports of patients’ laboratory tests to determine levels and effectiveness of medications.
About Us:
TulaRay partners with clients to create staffing solutions that meet unique organizational needs. Our services are designed to reduce administrative burdens, protect your brand, and improve assignment time-to-fill. We believe that mutually successful client relationships are built on lasting quality and exceptional customer service. We pride ourselves on our uncompromising commitment to high-quality emergency management & healthcare personnel, while ensuring that our clients are taken care of with personalized attention. TulaRay manages total compliance and respectfully supports hundreds of professionals and patient-centered programs.
TulaRay is proud to be an affirmative action employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by visiting our website at tularay.com
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Completion of a residency or training program in psychiatry which meets the certification requirements of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology or the American Osteopathic Board of Neurology and Psychiatry.
Possession of a current license to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as issued by the State Board of Medical Education and Licensure, or the State Board of Osteopathic Examiners.
Certain positions in children's and adolescent facilities require completion of a residency program in child psychiatry which meets the certification requirements of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, or the American Osteopathic Board of Neurology and Psychiatry.
Basic computer skills to include, but not limited, to Microsoft Office Products Ability to utilize a computer for order entry and/or prognosis notes.
Role Description:
This is professional medical work in the field of psychiatry or child psychiatry. A resource is responsible for the care and treatment in a Commonwealth facility for individuals with a mental or physical injury or illness, dysfunctional behavior and/or a developmental disability.
Duties include but are not limited to: full professional responsibility for the diagnosis, determination of treatment methods, and leadership in the implementation of treatment plans.
Possess general knowledge of regulations governing licensure, especially as related to chemical and physical restraints and monitoring as well as dose reductions of Psychotropic medications.
Work is performed under general direction of a higher-level psychiatrist for clinical supervision or other administrative supervisor for administrative issues and is reviewed for conformance to current, accepted psychiatric and medical principles and techniques through staff conferences, case report observation during performance, and evaluation of results.
About Us:
TulaRay partners with clients to create staffing solutions that meet unique organizational needs. Our services are designed to reduce administrative burdens, protect your brand, and improve assignment time-to-fill. We believe that mutually successful client relationships are built on lasting quality and exceptional customer service. We pride ourselves on our uncompromising commitment to high-quality emergency management & healthcare personnel, while ensuring that our clients are taken care of with personalized attention. TulaRay manages total compliance and respectfully supports hundreds of professionals and patient-centered programs.
TulaRay is proud to be an affirmative action employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by visiting our website at tularay.com
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Completion of a residency or training program in psychiatry which meets the certification requirements of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology or the American Osteopathic Board of Neurology and Psychiatry.
Possession of a current license to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as issued by the State Board of Medical Education and Licensure, or the State Board of Osteopathic Examiners.
Certain positions in children's and adolescent facilities require completion of a residency program in child psychiatry which meets the certification requirements of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, or the American Osteopathic Board of Neurology and Psychiatry.
Basic computer skills to include, but not limited, to Microsoft Office Products Ability to utilize a computer for order entry and/or prognosis notes.
Role Description:
This is professional medical work in the field of psychiatry or child psychiatry. A resource is responsible for the care and treatment in a Commonwealth facility for individuals with a mental or physical injury or illness, dysfunctional behavior and/or a developmental disability.
Duties include but are not limited to: full professional responsibility for the diagnosis, determination of treatment methods, and leadership in the implementation of treatment plans.
Possess general knowledge of regulations governing licensure, especially as related to chemical and physical restraints and monitoring as well as dose reductions of Psychotropic medications.
Work is performed under general direction of a higher-level psychiatrist for clinical supervision or other administrative supervisor for administrative issues and is reviewed for conformance to current, accepted psychiatric and medical principles and techniques through staff conferences, case report observation during performance, and evaluation of results.
About Us:
TulaRay partners with clients to create staffing solutions that meet unique organizational needs. Our services are designed to reduce administrative burdens, protect your brand, and improve assignment time-to-fill. We believe that mutually successful client relationships are built on lasting quality and exceptional customer service. We pride ourselves on our uncompromising commitment to high-quality emergency management & healthcare personnel, while ensuring that our clients are taken care of with personalized attention. TulaRay manages total compliance and respectfully supports hundreds of professionals and patient-centered programs.
TulaRay is proud to be an affirmative action employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by visiting our website at tularay.com
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Graduation with a degree of Doctor of Medicine or osteopathy from a medical school approved or recognized by the Pennsylvania Medical Licensing Board or the Pennsylvania Osteopathic Licensing Board and completion of an approved U.S. residency training program in the allopathic medical specialties of family medicine, pediatrics, internal medicine, or certification in the osteopathic field of general practice. Annual successful completion of 50 hours of continuing medical education approved by the American Medical Association or the American Osteopathic Association as appropriate, in the previous 12 months, and three (3) years' post-residency experience with substantial emphasis on primary care. Possession of a current license to practice medicine in Pennsylvania issued by the Pennsylvania Medical Licensing Board, or Osteopathic Medicine Licensing Board and possession of a current certificate to prescribe medication from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency.
Basic computer skills to include, but not limited, to Microsoft Office Products Ability to utilize a computer for order entry and/or prognosis notes.
Role Description:
This is professional medical work in the primary medical care and treatment of individuals with developmental disabilities. A resource may serve as a primary care practitioner providing medical care and treatment services in a Commonwealth facility for individuals with a mental or physical injury or illness, dysfunctional behavior and/or a developmental disability.
Work includes responsibility for maintaining the continuity of the health care and medical treatments and guiding individuals and their interdisciplinary habilitative treatment team members in formulating and implementing comprehensive individual habilitative care and treatment program plans.
A resource may oversee clinical operations and may assign and direct the work of other professionals and nonprofessional nursing care staff.
Work is generally performed with limited or no direct professional supervision but is subject to review by a clinical and/or administrative supervisor through consultation, review of individual case histories, staff reports and personal inspections.
About Us:
TulaRay partners with clients to create staffing solutions that meet unique organizational needs. Our services are designed to reduce administrative burdens, protect your brand, and improve assignment time-to-fill. We believe that mutually successful client relationships are built on lasting quality and exceptional customer service. We pride ourselves on our uncompromising commitment to high-quality emergency management & healthcare personnel, while ensuring that our clients are taken care of with personalized attention. TulaRay manages total compliance and respectfully supports hundreds of professionals and patient-centered programs.
TulaRay is proud to be an affirmative action employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by visiting our website at tularay.com
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Verification that the Pennsylvania state medical license is active and in order, with no restrictions or adverse actions taken against it.National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) query, again in order to screen out for any adverse actions taken against the applicant.American Medical Association (AMA) or American Osteopathic Association (AOA) profile of the applicant to verify medical training, residency training, DEA, etc.Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB) to check status of medical licenses in other states, including any restrictions or adverse actions taken against the license.Knowledge of the theories, principles, practices and techniques used in the field of psychiatry, and the relationships between diagnostic findings and therapeutic methodologies.Knowledge of mental illnesses, their symptoms, treatment and social implications.Knowledge of the application of psychiatry to individual and group behavior.Knowledge of the theories and principles used in the field of neurology, general medicine and surgery.Knowledge of laboratory methods, equipment and techniques as they relate to the field of psychiatry.Ability to examine residents, interpret results of findings, make decisions and to prescribe or carry out course of treatment.Ability to communicate with and gain the confidence and cooperation of patients and to instill and maintain a cooperative attitude throughout the care and treatment process.Possible call coverage in house.Ability to direct and instruct hospital staff in current, accepted treatment principles and techniques used in the field of medicine and psychiatry.Ability to follow general instructions and departmental or hospital policies in carrying out the care and treatment function.Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with residents, departmental or hospital personnel, and the general public.Completion of residency training program.Board Certification in medicine/surgery preferred.Possession of a current/valid unrestricted license, in good standing, to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as issued by the State Board of Medical Education and Licensure, or the State Board of Osteopathic Examiners.Current/valid unrestricted D.E.A. Certificate.Documented Continuing Medical Education credits as required for current licensure in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.Valid Medicare/Medicaid ID number.Evidence of malpractice insurance.Minimum of one year experience in treating people with medical and mental health issues.Experience in participating within a multidisciplinary team.The candidate must meet all requirements for credentialing and privileging and medical staff membership at Danville State Hospital. The candidate’s clinical privileges and medical staff membership at Danville State Hospital shall terminate upon termination of employment or termination of the contract, whichever comes first.SERVICE/HOURS
A. Work hours will be daytime hours with on call rotation holidays. Work week will be 37.5 hours Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 PM with one half hour unpaid lunch, usually taken between 12:00 PM and 12:30 PM, unless hospital-related circumstances require otherwise. Any overtime will be arranged with the candidate on a case-by-case basis and must be pre-approved by the Chief Medical Executive (CME), Chief Executive Officer (CEO), or Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Danville State Hospital. Overtime will be paid at the contracted hourly rate.
There are times when medical emergency/medical urgency may occur and the resource staff on that shift may need to work through their lunch or designated break time. Staff should receive prior approval of their Supervisor. Based on operational efficiency and need, the first attempt to compensate a missed lunch/break will be to take a later lunch or break time. If this cannot be done, the staff will be paid for that period that otherwise would have been an unpaid period. This will be determined at the discretion of the Commonwealth. A written statement will be included with the timesheet authorizing the resource to work through and be paid for those periods as noted above.
B. The staff medical physician is responsible for the care and treatment of mentally ill residents on a designated service area(s) and has professional responsibility for diagnosis, determination of prescribed treatment for medical concerns. While on call, the medical physician is responsible for addressing the emergent psychiatric needs of the patients as well.
1. Required documentation in the chart is consistent with DHS/OMHSAS regulations, Danville State Hospital requirements, professional medical and Medicare standards
Document medical care for Part B Medicare payments.
Performance improvement responsibilities as assigned.
Provides consultation to, consults with, and advises members of the psychiatric medical staff and allied hospital personnel, agencies, relatives, and other interested persons on the care, treatment, and prognosis of residents.
Review of laboratory reports, test results, x-ray reports, other diagnostic test reports, physical and neurological examinations, consultation reports, and other medical/psychiatric reports in order to alert staff to any unusual circumstances.
Family intervention as dictated by clinical requirements.
Provide consultation to the team regarding medical needs of the patient upon discharge.
Perform other related duties as required.
Responsibilities and duties will be governed and updated by Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Service, Department of Human Services, Danville State Hospital, CMS, and other administrative and regulatory agencies’ bulletins and directives.
The incumbent may chair or be a member of any hospital/medical staff committee or task force.
The incumbent is required to cover other unit(s) during normal working hours with no increase in hourly rate, as assigned
C. In all cases timeliness of responsibilities will be determined by Danville State Hospital.
MANDATORY TRAINING
All contract medical staff is required to attend orientation for a period as determined by DSH and will be required to attend training during the normal day time business hours. Training will be provided by DSH staff. Successful completion of training is mandatory.
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
The hospital reserves the right to reject or remove any unqualified contract staff physician if they cannot perform their duties at an acceptable level in order to meet the hospitals standards of medical care and practice. The supplier is expected to replace the physician ASAP depending on the needs of DSH.
The Hospital will provide al physicians with an identification badge and set of keys.
Each physician shall be required to sign a statement regarding confidentiality of patient records and guaranteeing patient rights.
SIGN IN/OUT
All contractors must sign in and out at our Communications Center and have the staff there verify by also signing. On the rare occasion that Security is not available; the contractor will need to seek the Nursing Supervisor on duty.
Special Treatment Procedures
· Utilizes crisis prevention techniques.
· Plans, directs, and provides medical care for the patient(s)
· Responds to psychiatric emergencies, directs staff in providing the patients with individual instruction, assistance and support. Observes and reports changes in patient behaviors. Utilizes verbal techniques to address patient concerns and de-escalate. Participates in escorting patients.
· Ensures the use of least restrictive measures and follows Hospital policies/procedures in the care of consumer(s) in restraint/special observation.
Emergency/Medical Interventions/Use of Medical Equipment
Adheres to infection control / Universal Precautions policies and procedures.Responds to medical emergencies, announces medical emergency, takes appropriate actions for which specifically trained. These could include cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR), first aid, foreign body airway obstruction management, or other emergency treatment procedures. Following emergency, takes appropriate action according to DSH Policies and Procedures. Takes the lead on responding to emergency situations.Responds to disaster / emergencies, e.g., fires, earthquakes, floods, hazardous materials incidents, bomb threats, utility interruptions or transportation accidents; follows basic emergency procedures as contained in DSH Policies and Procedures.Competency Maintenance Activities
Attends and participates in ongoing mandatory DHS, hospital and departmental training programs.Attends in-service training programs.Oral and Written Communications
Interacts with patients utilizing therapeutic communication skills.Contributes the medical perspective to the plan of care (ICTP).Writes/prints legibly.Documents specific, accurate and complete information in the Medical Record.Documents in DAR format.Reports factual patient information.Provides accurate and legible written work/incident related statements as required.Maintains confidentiality of patient information.Reports problems accurately using the chain of command.Reports/documents patient incidents.Keeps conversations free from discriminatory, abusive or sexually harassing comments.Interacts with families.Complies with documentation policies and procedures for the completion of all hospital, psychiatric and patient records and reports.Provides input and feedback for staff, committee, and improvement team meetings.Interacts with colleagues in a cooperative manner to develop effective working relationships.Prepares and submits thorough and accurate reports in a timely manner as required.Critical Thinking
Organizes, prioritizes and plans patient care assignments.Prescribes and coordinates care.Prioritizes work tasks to be accomplished.Utilizes available staffing and equipment resources.Recognizes/anticipates patients’ needs.Applies age specific criteria to interventions.Employs least restrictive behavioral management techniques.Directs staff during psychiatric and medical emergencies.Directs staff regarding patient care activities/program.Anticipates/recognizes patient safety needs.Directs staff during disaster and fire emergencies/drills.Maintains awareness of unit conditions, milieu and patient activities to promote a safe and therapeutic environment.Develops, recommends and directs changes in the provision of care and treatment methods to promote patient safety.Patient Rights
Acts as a patient advocate.Recognizes and protects the rights of adult and older adult patients.Identifies, describes, and reports patient abuse allegations.Commits NO acts of patient abuse.Cooperates with administrative investigations.Maintains confidentiality of patient information.Professional Conduct
Demonstrates professional conduct with coworkers/patients.Demonstrates ethical behavior in the workplace.Maintains a non-discriminatory work environment.Abides by the Governor’s Code of Conduct and DHS Personnel Regulations, policies and procedures, and Danville State Hospital policies and procedures.Adheres to scheduled work hours.Complies with sign in/out procedures.Adheres to established procedures for reporting off work in accordance with mandated time frames.Has no unexcused instance of failure to contact the immediate supervisor or designee to notify him/her of absence.Reports all work-related accidents.Performance Improvement
Identifies unit improvement opportunities.Participates / supports medical/psychiatric/hospital performance improvement initiatives.Performs other related duties as assigned.Decision Making
Decisions regarding patient care are made within the scope of medical practice and in accordance with DSH Policies and Procedures.
About Us:
TulaRay partners with clients to create staffing solutions that meet unique organizational needs. Our services are designed to reduce administrative burdens, protect your brand, and improve assignment time-to-fill. We believe that mutually successful client relationships are built on lasting quality and exceptional customer service. We pride ourselves on our uncompromising commitment to high-quality emergency management & healthcare personnel, while ensuring that our clients are taken care of with personalized attention. TulaRay manages total compliance and respectfully supports hundreds of professionals and patient-centered programs.
TulaRay is proud to be an affirmative action employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by visiting our website at tularay.com
Read LessMinimum Qualifications:
Completion of a residency or training program in psychiatry which meets the certification requirements of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology or the American Osteopathic Board of Neurology and Psychiatry. Possession of a current license to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as issued by the State Board of Medical Education and Licensure, or the State Board of Osteopathic Examiners.Certain positions in children's and adolescent facilities require completion of a residency program in child psychiatry which meets the certification requirements of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, or the American Osteopathic Board of Neurology and Psychiatry.Basic computer skills to include, but not limited, to Microsoft Office Products Ability to utilize a computer for order entry and/or prognosis notes.Role Description:
This is professional medical work in the field of psychiatry. A resource is responsible for the care and treatment in a Commonwealth facility for individuals with a mental or physical injury or illness, dysfunctional behavior and/or a developmental disability.Duties include but are not limited to: full professional responsibility for the diagnosis, determination of treatment methods, and leadership in the implementation of treatment plans.Possess general knowledge of regulations governing licensure, especially as related to chemical and physical restraints and monitoring as well as dose reductions of Psychotropic medications.Work is performed under general direction of a higher-level psychiatrist for clinical supervision or other administrative supervisor for administrative issues and is reviewed for conformance to current, accepted psychiatric and medical principles and techniques through staff conferences, case report observation during performance, and evaluation of results.About Us:
TulaRay partners with clients to create staffing solutions that meet unique organizational needs. Our services are designed to reduce administrative burdens, protect your brand, and improve assignment time-to-fill. We believe that mutually successful client relationships are built on lasting quality and exceptional customer service. We pride ourselves on our uncompromising commitment to high-quality emergency management & healthcare personnel, while ensuring that our clients are taken care of with personalized attention. TulaRay manages total compliance and respectfully supports hundreds of professionals and patient-centered programs.
TulaRay is proud to be an affirmative action employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by visiting our website at tularay.com
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