Physician Adult Psychiatry - Residency Program Director

Company: Geisinger
Location: Lewisburg
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

A psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of mental, addictive and emotional disorders such as schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual disorders, gender dysphoria and adjustment disorders. The psychiatrist is able to understand the biological, psychological and social components of illness and, therefore, is uniquely prepared to treat the whole person. The main form of treatment used by a psychiatrist is psychopharmacology. A psychiatrist is qualified to order diagnostic laboratory tests and to prescribe medications, evaluate and treat psychological and interpersonal problems and to intervene with families who are coping with stress, crises and other problems in living.* Interviews patients to obtain information such as symptoms, medical histories, and family histories.--Performs--and/or--interprets--diagnostic tests--as needed.* Diagnose and design a plan of treatment for injuries and/or illness.--May prescribe--or administer--medications.--Prepares, maintains, and reviews records that include--patients'--histories, examination findings, treatment plans, or outcomes. Work is typically performed in a clinical and office environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine- (Required)

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