PSYCHIATRIST

PaloVerde Behavioral Health (PVBH) isa84 bed private psychiatric facility providing inpatient and intensive outpatient psychiatric services through treatment programs tailored to ourpatientsneeds for the purpose of creating positive outcomes. PVBH will build on the excellent skills of our current Psychiatrists, licensed registered nurses, clinical socialworkersand licensed professional counselors to support these programs.

Mission Statement: The mission of Palo Verde Behavioral Health is to provide the highest quality of psychiatric patient care through treatment programs focused on improving the lives of our patients and ensuring their experience during their stay supports their road to recovery.

Vision Statement: Palo Verde Behavioral Health will be recognized as the premier regional provider of innovative, compassionate behavioral health services, which enhance the health of our community. We will exceed the expectations of those served,maintainthe highest standards, and promote a rewarding work environment.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Psychiatrist is responsibleto overseethe quality of care delivered to his/her patients.Assess' clinical appropriateness for admission and collaborate with Intake / Admissionsregardingpotential admissions.Perform psychiatric assessments for individuals under his/her care.Complete documentation necessary to address patients hospitalized under civil commitmentstatues.Provide individual therapy, family therapy and/or medication management as needed for patients under his/her care.Appropriately request consultations whenindicatedand provide psychiatric consultations whenrequested.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduate of an accredited medical school

• Completed residency in Psychiatry

• Board Certification Preferred

• Licensed as a Medical Doctor (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.)

• Prior experience in a hospital based psychiatric practice and outpatient psychiatric practice preferred

• Mustmaintainactive status with medical staff

• Maintain current professional license

• Where applicable,maintaincurrent liability insurance

• Current Level One Arizona Fingerprint Card or ArizonaFinger printapplication in progress.

• Current Healthcare Provider CPR certification.

• Obtain Handle with Care Certification within30 daysof hire date.

PATIENT CARE:

• Coordinate care with referral sources and other involved professionals

• Maintain regular communication with family members as appropriate

• Return phone calls to professionals and familyin a timely manner

• Encourage patients toparticipatefully in all aspects of the treatment program

• Educate all patients, whenever possible, about ways tofacilitaterecovery

• Follow safety practices as outlined in Palo Verde Behavioral Health policies and procedures

• Follow the protocol and guidelines of the inpatient phase program and other formal treatment programs

• Help patientsbenefitfrom their insurance bytimelycompletion of all paperwork, returning phone calls, and activelyparticipatinginutilizationmanagement

MEDICAL RECORDS:

• Complete assessments and reports within specifiedtime lines

• Chart each relevant contact related to the patient on day of contact

• Chart entries should record the patient's response to treatment, current mental status, progress in the program, and need for continued treatment if appropriate

• Chart to specific treatment plan goals according to Palo Verde Behavioral Health guidelines

• Ensure the treatment plan is completed and on the chart within the specifiedtime frame

• Complete a group therapy note for all patients in group therapy within specifiedtime lines

This opportunity offers the following:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment

• Growth and Development Opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries

• Competitive Compensation

• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan

• 401k plan with company match

One of the nation's largest and most respected hospital companies, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Steadily growing from a startup to an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, UHS today has annual revenue nearing$10 billion. In 2017, UHS was recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies byFortune;ranked #276 on the Fortune500, andlisted #275 inForbesinaugural ranking of America's Top 500 Public Companies.

Our operating philosophy is as effective today as it was 40 years ago: Build oracquirehigh quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets, invest in the people and equipment needed to allow each facility to thrive, and become the leading healthcare provider in each community we serve.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has more than81,000 employeesand through its subsidiariesoperatesmore than 320 acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers in the United States, Puerto Rico, the U.S. VirginIslandsand the United Kingdom.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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