Psychiatrist (Hourly Paid) - GRHA
- Location
- Atlanta
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Part-time
About the job
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Job Title: Psychiatrist (Hourly Paid) - GRHA Agency: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Job Requisition ID: JR0000006558 Shift: Rotating (United States of America) Compensation Details: $158.00 PER HOUR Job Description: Job Summary The Psychiatrist (Hourly Paid) at GRHA provides direct psychiatric services to individuals receiving care through the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities. This role involves assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and medication management on an hourly basis.
Job Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, including diagnostic assessments, mental status examinations, and psychosocial histories.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team and the individual served.
- Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, monitoring for efficacy and side effects.
- Provide crisis intervention and psychiatric stabilization services as needed.
- Participate in treatment team meetings and case conferences, offering expert psychiatric consultation.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all psychiatric services provided in accordance with departmental policies and regulatory requirements.
- Educate individuals and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and medication management.
- Adhere to all ethical and professional standards, as well as state and federal regulations.
Job Qualifications
- Medical Doctor (MD or DO) degree from an accredited institution.
- Completion of an accredited psychiatric residency program.
- Board Certification in Psychiatry (or Board Eligible with intent to achieve certification).
- Current, unrestricted medical license to practice in the state of Georgia.
- Valid DEA registration.
- Experience working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness and/or developmental disabilities preferred.
- Excellent clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment planning skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Minimum Qualifications:
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.
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Posted 13 Oct 2026 · checked 31 Oct 2026 · Report this job