WHO WE ARE…
Newport Mental Health (NMH) is a progressive high-energy organization that uses state of the art person-centered recovery approach to help individuals recover from mental illness and substance use disorders. NMH extends its trauma informed evidence-based services to children, adolescents, families, and adults. Our services vary from outreach, specialized program, mental health, school-based therapy, substance use therapy, community-based therapy, and outpatient clinic.
For more information visit our website: www.newportmentalhealth.org
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR…
Mission- Aligned: You are excited to be a part of Newport Mental Health’s mission to improve the lives of our clients living and working in Newport County by providing the highest quality of care.
Ally: You intentionally foster belonging, personal growth, and empowerment for all. You are a strong advocate for the BIPOC, LQBTQIA+, Woman, Veteran, and other underrepresented communities.
Solution Orientated: You are driven to think of different approaches to narrow the gap which leads to positive and effective changes.
Time Management: You are a conscious planner and a thoughtful decision maker who adheres to deadlines.
WHAT WE OFFER…
- Excellent Health and Dental Insurance.
- Vacation, Sick and Personal time accrued biweekly.
- Up to 11 Paid Holidays.
- Retirement program through Mutual of America.
- Additional supplemental insurance programs.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Employer paid life insurance.
- Flexible spending account (FSA) and dependent care (DCA) spending accounts.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING (ESSENTIAL DUTIES) …
Responsible for the provision and oversight of psychiatric medical services with a diverse patient population. Provides psychiatric assessment and treatment to clients while serving as a consultant to other staff. Participates in quality improvement, quality assurance, peer review and medical staff activities. Participates as a member of the Management Team in the organization’s decision-making structures and processes.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- Translate mission, vision, values, and strategic planning into action plans. Build a shared vision with Agency staff and acts as a positive catalyst of organizational change and growth.
- Participate as a member of the Management Team in the organization’s decision-making structures and processes.
- Co-Chair regular Medical/Clinical Staff Meetings with the Clinical Director.
- Responsible for the clinical and administrative supervision and support of all NMH prescribers. Holds staff accountable for meeting standards of care and job expectations including reasonable productivity and no-show standards.
- Oversee clinical policy development and adherence.
- Set the standards for medical and clinical care.
- Chair of the Pharmacy and Therapeutics committee.
- Provide clinical guidance, role-models, coaches, and assists in the areas of professional and clinical development, team building, and patient care.
- Collaborate with the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Clinical Officer to oversee the quality and effectiveness for the delivery of clinical care in all NMH departments.
- Assist in the planning, development, implementation, and oversight of programs, including integrated care. Develop innovative ways, both within the organization and externally, to improve the quality and performance of services.
- Support medical staff in the design and fidelity to the Just in Time centralized scheduling process.
- Provide leadership to guide the organization’s efforts in continuous quality improvement.
- Communicate effectively with staff, clients, natural supports, and community partners.
- Maintain thorough, timely clinical documentation meeting Federal and State guidelines and standards including medical staff evaluation and monitoring coding.
- Ensure the cost effective and efficient delivery of care, and the appropriate utilization of resources based on the MTM productivity modeling tool.
- Promote integrated care and care management activities of our Integrated Health Homes and participation in our Integrated Health Partnership Medicaid accountable care initiatives.
- Provide consultation to the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Clinical Officer, Chief Operating Officer, Division Directors, Supervisors, and staff regarding medical and psychiatric issues.
- Meet leadership standards for the CCBHC Medical Director role and Joint Commission standards.
- Maintain familiarity with State and Federal regulations for prescription medications (including controlled substances) and prepare organization policies and procedures to guide the use of prescription medications and controlled substances at NMH.
- Participate actively in professional organizations in order to further education, professional growth, and networking.
- Obtain and record information about client’s medical and psychiatric histories for the purpose of diagnostic formulation and treatment planning.
- Conduct comprehensive Psychiatric Assessments.
- Conduct and record mental status exams to monitor response to treatment.
- Order consultations to assist in difficult diagnostic formulation.
- Order and interpret laboratory studies, EKG’s, EEGs, and neuroimaging to provide accurate diagnostic information as well as to monitor side effects and other co-occurring medical conditions.
- Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications according to best practice standards and in concert with the Center’s policy and procedures and Pharmacy and Therapeutics guidelines.
- Discuss risks and benefits and obtain informed consent from client (or personal representative) before initiating pharmacotherapy.
- Demonstrate the ability to integrate general medical concerns into psychiatric practice as evidenced by attention to drug interactions, complications of medical illness and behavioral effects of somatic illness.
- Provide psycho education to clients and families.
- Conduct and supervise treatment of clients with substance use disorders.
- Perform emergency assessments and admit to the mental health unit of Newport Hospital, as necessary.
- Participate in the Center and Hospital physician on-call coverage schedule.
- Provide consultation and follow-up communication with law enforcement agencies, community agencies, medical facilities, and inpatient units.
- Participate actively in team communication processes that ensure appropriate management of cases 7 days per week.
- Seek and actively participates in regularly scheduled supervision with emphasis on an openness to receive feedback and integrate recommendations in the execution of job responsibilities.
WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU…
- Valid, unlimited Rhode Island medical license as an M.D. or D.O.
- Completion of a residency program in psychiatry.
- Board-eligible or board certified in psychiatry.
- Full, unrestricted Licensure to practice psychiatric medicine in the State of Rhode Island.
- Full, unrestricted DEA license to prescribe medication.
- Minimum five (5) years of clinical practice. Minimum (2) years administrative experience in a psychiatric/behavioral health setting.
APPLY NOW
Submitting your application is a great way to learn more about Newport Mental Health. If you have questions about how your experience aligns with our job openings or know someone who would be a great candidate for our job openings, please contact Human Resources:
Human Resources
Newport Mental Health
42 Valley Road
Middletown, RI 02842
Tel: 401-846-1213
Fax: 401-324-6251
Newport Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.