Psychiatrist (1099)

Healthcare Staffing Professionals has an immediate need for a Psychiatrist to work in a Mental Health Center located in Palmdale, CA. The Mental Health Center is an adult outpatient clinic treating patients with severe and persistent mental illness. Patients are seen for psychiatric medication support and receive group therapy and case management services to support their recovery. Psychiatrists see patients one-on-one and standard appointment duration is 90 minutes for initial medication evaluation, 60 minutes for transfer evaluation and 30 minutes for follow-up. Most clinical documentation is completed in our electronic health record Avatar, and some outside forms may be completed by hand and scanned into the record. We utilize weekly prescriber meetings, monthly all staff meetings, as well as daily communication via Microsoft Teams and Outlook for case consultation and coordination between disciplines.

This position is classified as an independent contractor (1099). Workers' compensation coverage will be provided. Contractors are responsible for maintaining their own professional liability (malpractice) insurance.

The positions will start immediately upon acceptance and employment clearance and are initially funded through 12/31/27, with the good chance of extension.

Pay Rate: $290/hr

Location: Palmdale, CA

WORK SCHEDULE: 4/40 7:30am-6pm OR 5/40 8am-4:30pm. (Two days of on-site coverage per week are required. No exceptions.)

• On-site coverage Monday & Thursday; telepsychiatry ok Tuesday, Wednesday and/or Friday.
• On-site coverage Thursday & Friday; telepsychiatry ok Monday, Tuesday and/or Wednesday
• The candidate must work in person for the first 1 2 months and then transition to a hybrid schedule. Assignment is 1 year from Start Date.

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat the mental health needs of adults on a temporary basis.
• Assess the need for psychotropic medication, and prescribe, dispense, and administer medication on a temporary basis.
• Monitor and document responses to medication and adjust treatment plans accordingly temporarily basis.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, offering consultation and clinical guidance on mental health assessments, differential diagnoses, treatment planning, psychotropic medication options and dosages and non-pharmacologic interventions on a temporary basis.
• Participate in regular case consultations to support, coordinated and comprehensive care on a temporary basis.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficient computer skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong time management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with the clients, department staff and community agencies
• Ability to work independently with attention to detail
• Ability to follow through on instructions, ensuring tasks are completed accurately, efficiently in a timely manner
• Interest and commitment to servicing the community