Doctor of Psychiatry
Company: Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Monroe
Location: Monroe
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Salary: Overview: We are seeking
a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatrist to join our
multidisciplinary team, providing comprehensive mental health care
for inpatient geriatric psych DPU and outpatient clinical settings.
The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing,
treating, and preventing mental, emotional, and behavioral
disorders through individualized care plans. Responsibilities:
Inpatient Settings: - Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and
assessments. - Develop and implement treatment plans, including
medication management and psychotherapy. - Collaborate with a
multidisciplinary team, including medical doctors, nurse
practitioners, social workers, and nursing staff. - Provide crisis
intervention and stabilization for acute psychiatric cases. -
Participate in discharge planning to ensure continuity of care.
Outpatient Settings: - Perform initial patient assessments and
follow-up consultations. - Prescribe and manage medications,
monitoring for side effects and efficacy. - Provide individual,
group, and family therapy. - Coordinate care with primary care
physicians and other specialists. - Educate patients and families
about mental health conditions and treatment options. Clinical
Settings: - Conduct clinical research and stay updated on the
latest psychiatric treatments and practices. - Supervise and train
medical students, residents, and other healthcare professionals. -
Maintain accurate and timely medical records, adhering to privacy
and confidentiality standards. - Participate in quality improvement
initiatives and clinical audits. - Engage in continuous
professional development and education. Qualifications: - Medical
degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution. - Board
certification or eligibility in Psychiatry. - Valid medical license
to practice in Mississippi. - Experience in inpatient, outpatient,
and clinical settings preferred. - Excellent communication and
interpersonal skills. - Ability to work collaboratively in a
team-oriented environment. - Strong organizational and
time-management skills. Key Skills: - Diagnostic skills in a wide
range of psychiatric conditions. - Proficiency in
psychopharmacology and psychotherapy techniques. - Crisis
management and intervention abilities. - Research and clinical
trial participation. - Compassionate patient care and advocacy.
Work Environment: - Work primarily in outpatient clinic, and DPU of
Beacham Memorial Hospital. - Full-time and part-time positions
available, with some on-call responsibilities. - Supportive work
environment with opportunities for professional growth and
development. Benefits: - Competitive salary and comprehensive
benefits package. - Opportunities for continuing medical education
(CME) and professional development. - Support for clinical research
and publication. - Collaborative and innovative work environment.
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications
from all qualified individuals. If you are passionate about
providing high-quality mental health care and making a difference
in patients' lives, we invite you to apply for this rewarding
opportunity.
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