Psychiatrist - San Antonio State Hospital

The Staff Psychiatrist at San Antonio State Hospital plays a crucial role in conducting comprehensive psychiatric assessments, diagnosing, and treating patients under minimal supervision. Here are some key responsibilities:

• Administer quality psychiatric treatments and procedures
• Review system data to ensure individualized recovery plans
• Lead discussions to drive necessary changes and implementation plans
• Participate in committees and performance improvement activities
• Establish physician-patient relationships and treat individuals effectively
• Develop and implement personalized psychiatric recovery plans
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals for holistic patient care
• Review and monitor trends in psychiatric care quality

The ideal candidate should possess:

• Knowledge of general medicine and psychiatry principles
• Skills in patient care, psychiatric tools, and research
• Ability to assess, diagnose, and treat mental disorders
• Capacity to work collaboratively and independently
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Requirements include an unrestricted Texas medical license, board certification or eligibility in Psychiatry, and a minimum of three years' experience in psychiatry. Join our team to provide high-quality psychiatric services and care to individuals served 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.