Psychiatrist Job at Adelphi Staffing, Bellingham, WA

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  • Adelphi Staffing
  • Bellingham, WA

Job Description

Adelphi is seeking a licensed and board-certified or board-eligible Psychiatrist to provide comprehensive psychiatric care to individuals in custody within a correctional facility in Whatcom County, Washington. The ideal candidate will have experience in correctional, forensic, or community mental health settings and be proficient in managing serious mental illness, crisis stabilization, and medication management in a secure environment. Job Quick Facts • Ref#: BD-1016-05 • Profession: Physician (MD or DO) • Specialty: Psychiatry – Correctional Healthcare • Job Type: Contract • Location: Whatcom County, Washington State • Coverage Type: Onsite / Hybrid • Service Setting: Correctional Facility • Facility Type: County Jail • Shift Schedule: Weekly or more frequent visits as clinically indicated (e.g., 1–2 days/week); emergency consultations as needed • Compensation: TBD Requirements • MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school • Board-certified or board-eligible in Psychiatry • Active and unrestricted medical license in Washington State • Valid DEA registration and NPI number • Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience (correctional, forensic, or community psychiatry preferred) • Familiarity with NCCHC standards and Washington mental health laws (e.g., RCW 71.05) • Current CPR/BLS certification (AHA-approved) • Ability to pass a comprehensive background check and drug screening • Excellent communication, documentation, and risk assessment skills Responsibilities • Conduct psychiatric evaluations and ongoing mental health assessments for incarcerated individuals. • Prescribe, manage, and monitor psychotropic medications in alignment with clinical guidelines. • Lead or participate in crisis intervention, including suicide risk assessments, withdrawal management, and behavioral decompensation. • Collaborate with Mental Health Professionals (MHPs), medical staff, and custody personnel to ensure continuity of psychiatric care. • Perform involuntary commitment evaluations and provide expert input on detainee treatment and placement decisions. • Document psychiatric encounters promptly and accurately in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). • Contribute to treatment planning, discharge coordination, and reentry support for individuals with serious mental illness. • Participate in mortality reviews, behavioral incident reviews, and quality improvement efforts as needed. • Ensure compliance with NCCHC standards, RCWs/WACs, and facility-specific protocols and regulations.

Job Tags

Contract work, Temporary work, Shift work, 2 days per week, 1 day per week,

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