Physician

* This is a hybrid role

At Center For Discovery you will have the opportunity to work closely within a team of professionals consisting of eating disorder and mental health experts, all dedicated to promoting lasting health and healing. Clinical supervision and guidance are provided on total client care and therapeutic milieu management, as well as career growth and personal development oversight. You will develop an individualized growth plan which will help you develop your professional skills and career objectives.

If you are looking for an organization that thrives on growth, celebrates diversity of thought, and rewards passionate execution, you’ve come to the right place.  Because we put clients first, it is our honor to support and reward those who serve them.

Responsibilities

● Consults with the Admissions Department to ensure an expeditious admissions process, and that patients are medically appropriate for the level of care.

● Completes a full medical history and physical within 24 hours of admission for all adolescent patients admitted to the Eating Disorder Program.

● Meets with the patients on a weekly basis for patients admitted to the Eating Disorder Program.

● Prescribes and oversees medications and/or medical interventions, as necessary.

● Collaborates with the Director of Nursing, Psychiatrist, Executive Director, and Clinical Director, to discuss individual treatment progress.

● Acts on behalf of the treatment program when called upon; such interactions may include insurance companies, licensing, and accreditation bodies.

● Documents, timely, in the EMR system, Kipu.

● Assists program treatment staff in treatment planning.

● Provides medical direction to the nursing staff and treatment team.

● Responsible for proper implementation of waived testing policies and training.

● Familiarizes and adopts the Philosophy, Mission, Goals, and Objectives of the Center For Discovery treatment programs.

● Must refrain from comments and actions that directly contradict Discovery Behavioral Health’s treatment model.

● Full adherence to the Discovery Behavioral Health policies and procedures.

● Full adherence to health code policies, Joint Commission, HIPAA, and licensing regulations, including mandated trainings.

● Full adherence to infection control guidelines.

● Complies with Discovery Behavioral Health’s dress code.

● Communicates effectively and professionally with all members of the Treatment Team.

● Has basic knowledge and ability to support Center For Discovery and Discovery Mood and Anxiety Program’s Clinical Models.

● Serves as a positive role model to employees, patients, and guests through a caring and professional attitude.

● Completes job tasks in a timely and accurate manner.

● Maintains professional boundaries at all times.

● Provides quality customer service in all interactions.

● Willingness to evaluate personal processes and receive constructive feedback.

● Must be able to work with and communicate with persons with differing multicultural backgrounds.

● Demonstrates leadership abilities, tact, initiative, resourcefulness, professionalism, enthusiasm, and a non-judgmental attitude

This is a Full Time position over the 8 bed Eating Disorder program.

▪ Must be a graduate of an approved medical school and hold a current license in the state of practice

▪ Must be eligible for membership in the local branch of the State Medical Society

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

For more information about our company benefits, please visit us at discoverybehavioralhealth.com/careers/

Discovery Behavioral Health seeks to build a diverse staff that is reflective of the patients we serve and the communities where we work. DBH encourages multiple perspectives, experiences, and strives to hire and retain a diverse workforce.