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Reference #: 4408788 THE POSITION If you are a licensed Psychiatrist who is resourceful, self-directed, energetic, compassionate, and who values making a positive difference in the lives of others, a new and exciting career awaits you! The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services is actively seeking a Staff Psychiatrist to utilize their skills and help some of the most vulnerable citizens at Torrance State Hospital. If this opportunity sounds like a stimulating and rewarding career in behavioral health services, apply today and work as a part of a dedicated team of professionals.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Staff Psychiatrist, you are responsible for the thorough workup of all patients under your care including performing detailed psychiatric examinations and making appropriate diagnosis in keeping with the current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of the American Psychiatric Association. In addition, you prescribe the indicated treatment orders and interpret consultations, laboratory tests, and other findings.

Daily duties include rendering psychiatric care to all patients in your assigned areas; making daily unit rounds; ordering labs, x-rays, and other diagnostic studies; and conducting consultations as necessary. You also review results of studies, reports, and consultations and provide follow-up care where indicated. In addition, you write a progress note substantiating all treatment and orders.

You may be assigned to provide psychiatric coverage in other areas, as needed. You also conduct Treatment Team Meetings, review and revise treatment plans including medication reviews, goals, and monthly summaries providing direction to the Treatment Team. In addition, you identify patient's medical treatment needs and facilitate patient's transfer to acute care hospital for emergency or non-emergency acute medical treatment.

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Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment, 37.5-hour work week Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. Possible evening, weekend, and holiday on-call. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.    REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

Completion of a residency or training program in psychiatry which meets the certification requirements of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology or the American Osteopathic Board of Neurology and Psychiatry. Special Requirement:

Possession of a license to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as issued by the State Board of Medical Education and Licensure, or the State Board of Osteopathic Examiners Other Requirements:

is currently waived for this title. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements:

A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination. This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance. How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirem nts. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to  and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at . Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.