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Psychiatrist – AMH / Forensic – Savannah – per diem

Savannah, GA

Job Summary:

The Psychiatrist, in conjunction with a comprehensive treatment team, addresses the clinical needs of consumers in the hospital.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Review of referrals from outside facilities for medical/psychiatric appropriateness, evaluation of individuals accepted from the community to determine the need for inpatient treatment, and reevaluation of individuals receiving treatment in our temporary observation unit.
Leading a multidisciplinary team that provides inpatient stabilization for those admitted to our hospitals and assist in integration back into the community once stabilized (Caseload and length of stay vary by hospital so ask for more information about the location you are interested in).
Leading a multidisciplinary team that provides inpatient stabilization to individuals referred from the surrounding courts for competency restoration.