Outpatient Psychiatrist (Adult)
Job Description
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Job Title: Outpatient Psychiatrist (Adult)
Location: Oroville, CA
\nPosition Overview\n
A community-based behavioral health organization is seeking a dedicated Outpatient Psychiatrist to provide high-quality psychiatric care to adult patients in an outpatient setting. This role offers a structured schedule, manageable patient volume, and dedicated administrative time to support thorough, patient-centered care.
\nJob Responsibilities\n
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Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations (60 minutes for new patients)
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Provide ongoing medication management and follow-up care (30 minutes per visit)
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Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
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Diagnose and treat a range of psychiatric conditions including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and other serious mental illnesses
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Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including therapists, case managers, and social workers
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Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record
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Participate in care coordination and discharge planning as needed
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\nSchedule & Workflow\n
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Outpatient adult population (18+)
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Structured visit times:
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New evaluations: 60 minutes
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Follow-ups: 30 minutes
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Dedicated documentation time: 1 hour daily
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Typical schedule: Monday–Friday, daytime hours
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No call required
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\nQualifications\n
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MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
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Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
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Active California medical license (or ability to obtain)
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DEA license required
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Experience in outpatient or community mental health preferred
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Strong clinical, communication, and organizational skills
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\nSkills\n
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Ability to manage a diverse adult patient population
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Strong diagnostic and medication management skills
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Team-oriented approach to patient care
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Efficient documentation and time management
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Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care
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\nAdditional Highlights\n
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Structured schedule with built-in documentation time
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Supportive, team-based environment
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Opportunity to work in a well-established outpatient program
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