Lead Staff Psychiatrist Opportunity at San Antonio State Hospital

Join Our Team:

• Conduct advanced psychiatric assessments and treatments for State Hospital patients.
• Collaborate with Recovery Team to ensure individualized recovery plans.
• Lead discussions and implement necessary changes for quality care.
• Participate in committees and performance improvement activities.
• Supervise and guide multi-disciplinary patient care approaches.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish physician-patient relationships and provide effective medication.
• Develop and implement person-centered recovery plans.
• Collaborate with medical staff for comprehensive care.
• Review system data, monitor trends, and address quality issues.
• Maintain communication with Medical Director and staff for continuity of services.

Requirements:

• MD or DO with Texas medical license.
• Board certification or 10+ years of psychiatry experience.
• 3+ years of experience in psychiatry preferred.
• Experience in in-patient psychiatric care and electronic healthcare systems.

If you are a dedicated psychiatrist looking to lead and make a difference, apply now for this rewarding opportunity at San Antonio State Hospital!

You’ve decided to make caring your career. Come to the place where you can do that and make a real difference in the lives of Texans with mental health needs.

HHSC’s Health and Specialty Care System has nine state psychiatric hospitals (with more expansion planned) and a residential unit dedicated to adolescents. The State Supported Living Centers have 13 long-term care campuses across the state.  These centers are home to many adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Join us and you’ll have the opportunity to work in partnership with academic institutions, community providers, and partners within our agency as we increase work efficiency and provide patient-centered care to more than 12,000 people a year. You can also help us incorporate cutting edge technology into treatment plans.

If you want to be on the forefront of revolutionizing forensic and community psychiatric care or ensure and oversee the delivery of high quality, integrated medical services to individuals with intellectual disabilities, the HHSC Health and Specialty Care System is looking for bright people with new ideas to help us. With a growing demand for our services and a State Legislature that’s investing in the entire mental health continuum of care, Texas is positioned to be a leader and put itself in on the cutting edge of mental health for the 21st Century. Come be a part of it.