What are the responsibilities and job description for the PSYCHIATRIST position at UHS?
About Clarion Psychiatric Center
Located on 14 acres in Western Pennsylvania, Clarion Psychiatric Center’s secure, serene facility serves patients ages 10 and older in a positive, affirming therapeutic environment. Our treatment programs are designed for children, adolescents and adults who face psychiatric, behavioral or emotional problems. We make it our mission to provide each of our patients with the care we would expect for ourselves or a loved one.
We are fully accredited by The Joint Commission, and we strive to treat our patients like family.
At Clarion Psychiatric Center, our solution-oriented treatment plans are tailored to meet the individual needs of each patient. Treatment focuses on reducing acute symptoms and teaching healthy coping skills. We also understand that many of those who seek treatment with us are survivors of trauma. As a provider of trauma-informed care, our staff work to understand how past traumas may influence a patient’s response to treatment.
Position Summary
We are seeking a compassionate, experienced Psychiatrist to join our team on a full-time basis. The psychiatrist will provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of patients with mental health conditions. This role requires a collaborative, patient-centered provider who is committed to delivering high-quality behavioral health care in a supportive team environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and risk assessments
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
- Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications
- Provide ongoing medication management and follow-up care
- Collaborate with therapists, primary care providers, nursing staff, and other members of the care team
- Document all patient encounters accurately and in a timely manner
- Participate in treatment team meetings and care coordination
- Respond to urgent psychiatric concerns as clinically appropriate
- Maintain compliance with all regulatory, ethical, and organizational standards
- Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and medication management
Schedule
- Full-time schedule: Monday–Friday / Weekend rotation
- Standard hours: e.g., 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
- On-call responsibilities: Yes
Qualifications
Qualifications
- MD or DO from an accredited medical school
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
- Active and unrestricted medical license in PA
- DEA registration and prescribing authority, as applicable
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and clinical decision-making skills
- Commitment to providing patient-centered, evidence-based care
- Prior experience in inpatient setting preferred, but not required