Position Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Correctional Psychiatrist to join our team at a correctional facility in Union Grove, WI. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the mental health of incarcerated individuals in a secure, professional environment. The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing psychiatric care, managing mental health disorders, and contributing to the overall well-being of the inmate population.

Key Responsibilities:

• Psychiatric Evaluation: Conduct psychiatric evaluations of inmates, including assessments of mental health conditions and treatment needs.
• Treatment & Medication Management: Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychotropic medications as needed. Develop and manage individualized treatment plans for inmates with mental health diagnoses.
• Consultation & Collaboration: Collaborate with correctional healthcare teams (nurses, social workers, counselors) and correctional officers to ensure effective treatment and care delivery.
• Crisis Intervention: Provide psychiatric crisis intervention when needed, managing acute mental health emergencies in the facility.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records of psychiatric evaluations, treatments, and progress notes in accordance with facility protocols.
• Patient Education: Educate inmates about mental health conditions and treatment options, promoting understanding and engagement in their care.
• Support Reentry Efforts: Assist in preparing inmates for reintegration by addressing ongoing mental health needs and offering recommendations for continued care post-incarceration.

Qualifications:

• Education & Training: Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree with a specialization in psychiatry.
• Licensing: Valid license to practice psychiatry in the state of Wisconsin.
• Experience: Experience in providing psychiatric care, preferably in a correctional or institutional setting. Prior experience with mentally ill inmates or individuals in high-stress environments is a plus.
• Skills:
• Excellent diagnostic, clinical, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with patients, healthcare teams, and facility staff.
• Ability to work independently and maintain professional boundaries in a correctional environment.
• Experience with electronic health records (EHR) and documentation practices.

Work Environment:

• This position is located within a secure correctional facility, where safety and professionalism are top priorities.
• The psychiatrist will work in a supportive, multidisciplinary team with opportunities for professional growth.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Hourly Rate: $160 per hour.
• Benefits Package:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• 401k retirement plan (eligible after 1 year of service).
• Flexible part-time schedule of 24 hours per week (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM).