Psychiatrist- Inpatient Adult
Sierra Tucson
Summary
Sierra Tucson is seeking an experienced Adult Inpatient Psychiatrist M.D. or D.O. to join our hospital-based psychiatric team. This role provides comprehensive psychiatric care to adult inpatients, including evaluations, medication management, crisis intervention, and treatment planning in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.
Job description
Overview
Responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of mental illnesses through psychotherapy, medication management, hospitalization, and other evidence-based treatment modalities. The Psychiatrist will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop individualized treatment plans and ensure exceptional patient care.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for providing clinical services to patients at the facility.
- Practice within medical protocols defined by federal and state regulations, as well as by corporate, facility policy or procedures.
- Review medical information on patients to ensure medical stability and to offer medical recommendations.
- Evaluate patients for mental, emotional or behavioral disorders.
- Treat or direct treatment of patients, utilizing a variety of psychotherapeutic methods and medications.
- Review and complete medical information for individual care plans, documents services and information in a timely manner.
- Maintain confidential documentation, compliance and billing in accordance with the policy and procedures.
Requirements
- MD or DO degree
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
- Active Arizona medical license (or ability to obtain)
- DEA registration (or ability to obtain)
- Inpatient psychiatry experience preferred
- One or more years' post graduate degree practice preferred
Company overview
Sierra Tucson is a premier behavioral health treatment center located in Tucson, Arizona, specializing in comprehensive mental health and addiction recovery services. Established as a leading residential treatment facility, Sierra Tucson provides integrated care for a wide range of conditions including depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use disorders, and co-occurring mental health issues. The facility is renowned for its holistic approach that combines evidence-based clinical therapies with experiential and wellness modalities. Sierra Tucson offers personalized treatment programs that incorporate psychiatric care, individual and group therapy, family programming, and specialized tracks for trauma, mood disorders, and addiction recovery. The center operates within a serene desert environment that supports healing and recovery, featuring state-of-the-art facilities and a multidisciplinary team of mental health professionals. As a respected provider in the behavioral health industry, Sierra Tucson has built a reputation for delivering high-quality, compassionate care to individuals seeking transformative recovery experiences.