Why Wellpath

Now is your moment to make a difference in the lives of the underserved.
If there is one unifying characteristic of everyone on our team, it is the deep desire to make a difference by helping society's most vulnerable and often overlooked individuals. Every day we have the distinct honor and responsibility to show up with non-judgmental compassion to provide hope and healing to those who need it most. For those whose calling it is to serve others, now is your moment to join our mission to provide quality care to every patient with compassion, collaboration, and innovation, to live our mantra to “Always Do The Right Thing!”, and to collectively do our part to heal the world, one patient at a time.

About this role

The RTC Psychiatrist, under the direction of the Health Services Administrator (HSA), Program Manager (PM), or higher licensed health professional, is responsible for assessing and prescribing medication for mentally ill and Incompetent to Stand Trial (IST) patients in the RTC program. This includes maintaining compliance with the company's Policy & Procedure (P&P) Manual and relevant state regulations. The RTC Psychiatrist works as a licensed Psychiatrist in the State of employment to ensure appropriate psychiatric care for patients in the RTC program.

Additional Details

Return to Competency (RTC) Program

What you bring to the table

Education

• Education associated with licensure as a Psychiatrist in the state of employment.

Experience

• One + year experience as a licensed Psychiatrist
• Previous experience with restoration of competency patients preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Licensure as a Psychiatrist in state of employment
• Current (and must maintain) lifesaving BLS certification through AHA

Compliance

• Must obtain and maintain security clearance throughout the course of employment.
• Must pass background investigation conducted by the Company and/or Facility as a requisite for initial and or continued employment.
• May be required to undergo reasonable suspicion testing for being under the influence of controlled substances, including prescription, legal, and illegal substances, including marijuana.
• Must undergo security training and orientation on Facility Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Must follow county facility policies and procedures.

What you will do

• Adhere strictly to court and company Policy & Procedure (P&P) Manual in all duties as a RTC Psychiatrist.
• Conduct weekly individual (1:1) meetings with RTC patients to assess medication adherence and treatment changes, with same-day documentation in patient health records.
• Participate in Treatment Team meetings, provide clinical support as needed, and assist in coordination of involuntary medication processes, including court testimony if applicable.
• Foster supportive relationships with Sheriff's Deputies/Officers and work cooperatively with the Sheriff's Office team.
• Document findings in patient's health record, provide written summaries as required, and may assist in job shadowing, orientation, and training of new employees.

Our investment in you

• Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved
• Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture
• Excellent career growth opportunities

Join us and find a career that supports:
• Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients
• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Autonomy in a warm team environment
• Growth and training

Perks and Benefits
In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing including:
• DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it!
• Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching
• Company paid life insurance
• Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans