This contract psychiatrist role involves diagnosing and treating emotional and psychiatric disorders across diverse populations, including those with chronic mental illness, dual diagnosis, and substance abuse, from young adults to geriatrics.
Requires a MD from an accredited medical school, completed residency in adult psychiatry, licensure, and current DEA and state licenses. Experience with serious mental illness and buprenorphine prescribing is preferred.
Core competencies include analytical thinking, collaboration, developing others, diagnostic skills, and strong communication.
Essential duties encompass conducting assessments, ordering tests, prescribing medications, providing psychotherapy, documenting care, participating in treatment planning, and emergency interventions. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and court testimony may be required.
Work is in person in Raleigh, NC, with a schedule of Monday to Friday during day hours, 25-30 hours weekly. The environment involves moderate noise with potential exposure to infection. The role offers competitive hourly pay and requires relocation if applicable.