Psychiatrist - Per Diem

Job Details: Job Location: Orleans Health Center - Orleans, MA, Position Type: Per Diem, Salary Range: $130.00 - $140.00Hourly,  

Psychiatrist – Per Diem

Our Culture- Why work with us:

Joining Outer Cape Health Services isn't just about taking on a new role; it's about embracing a mission that goes beyond the day-to-day. Here, you become part of a dedicated team committed to safeguarding and nurturing invaluable community health resources. Our ethos is built on creating a vibrant and inclusive workplace where every team member is valued and recognized for their unique contributions.

Who We Are:

Our mission is to provide a full range of primary health care and supportive social services that promote the health and well-being of all who live in or visit the ten outermost towns of Cape Cod.

OCHS now cares for more than 20,000 patients annually, and no one is denied access to services due to an inability to pay. Founded in 1987 through the merger of Health Associates of Provincetown (established in 1972) and the AIM Medical Center in Wellfleet (established in 1966), Outer Cape Health has a long history of successful growth and expansion in pursuit of this mission. As a Patient-Centered Medical Home, OCHS holds itself to the highest standards.  Ensuring patients have access to care when they need it and request it and validating that staff are working at the top of their licensures are the foundations of this model.

Our Core Competencies:

At Outer Cape Health Services, our core competencies are the foundation upon which our organization is built, guiding us in our mission to deliver exceptional health services to our communities. Our focus on fostering teamwork ensures that we operate as a cohesive unit, valuing each member's contribution and working synergistically towards common goals. Integrity and honesty stand at the heart of everything we do, creating a culture of trust and respect among our team and the communities we serve. Embracing technology, we continually seek innovative solutions to enhance our services and operations. Finally, being patient-centered, we prioritize the needs and well-being of those we serve, striving to exceed expectations and make a meaningful difference in their lives.

A Day in the Life of this Role:

Reporting to the Associate Medical Director of Psychiatric Services, you will practice integrated and collaborative psychiatry, closely collaborating with primary care clinicians to enhance their psychiatric diagnostic capabilities and therapeutic management skills. Your primary responsibilities will include providing consultations for the primary care service, ensuring timely access to psychiatric care for OCHS' primary care patients, and fostering effective communication and collaboration among interdisciplinary teams.

Summary of Duties:

Provide psychiatric consultation for patients who are referred by primary care including diagnosis assessment, treatment planning and management of psychiatric conditions.
Assist primary care providers with diagnostic clarification and determination of appropriate levels of behavioral health and psychiatric care.
Provide recommendations regarding psychotropic medications, including medication selection, dosing, monitoring, potential interactions and treatment response.
Work closely with primary care clinicians, including physicians and advanced practice practitioners, to integrate psychiatric care into the overall healthcare plan. Collaborate on assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans to maximize patients' well-being.
Effective Communication: Demonstrate excellent communication skills in collaborating with all team members within the Psychiatry team and the Primary Care team to provide comprehensive care to patients.
Clinical Excellence: Deliver evidence-based psychiatric care, incorporating the latest research and best practices into patient treatment plans.
Patient-Centered Care: Prioritize patient-centered care, fostering a therapeutic alliance with patients and their families to achieve optimal mental health outcomes.
Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and standards and timely completion of all documentation, coding and billing  within 72 hours of direct patient care.
Education and Training: Stay current with advances in psychiatry through continuous education and training activities, sharing knowledge and expertise with the healthcare team.
Quality Improvement: Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the ongoing enhancement of psychiatric services within OCHS.
Ethical Practice: Adhere to the highest ethical and professional standards, demonstrate empathy, cultural competence, and sensitivity in patient interactions.
Other related duties and projects as assigned.

 Qualifications: What we need from you:

Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
Board certification in Psychiatry.
Valid state medical license and DEA registration.
Eligibility for malpractice insurance.
Experience in community-based psychiatry and collaborative care models is preferred.
Strong commitment to patient care, safety, and well-being.
Willingness to embrace OCHS's mission and values.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity of opinion/approach, psychological safety, and comfort with sharing power to achieve common goals.  
Excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills, organizational abilities, computer experience, and the ability to work within a collaborative team setting.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills – bi-lingual helpful.
Proficiency in computer skills including EPIC, Outlook, Microsoft office, OneDrive, etc.
Excellent judgment and ability to solve problems in a timely manner.
Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality standards.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively both as a team member and independently.
Demonstrated ability to work in a culturally diverse and inclusive environment.

AAP/EEOC Statement 
Outer Cape Health Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all our employment programs and decisions. Discrimination in employment on the basis of any protected class under federal, state, or local law is a violation of our policy and is against the law. Equal employment opportunity is provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, covered veterans’ status, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristic. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruitment and hiring, placement, promotion, termination, reductions-in-force, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

In accordance with Massachusetts law, we are committed to wage transparency. The salary range for this position is $130 per hour. This range is provided to promote equity and transparency in our hiring process. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, internal equity, and other job-related criteria.