Consulting Psychiatrist

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Requirements:

• Active and unrestricted medical license to practice psychiatry in the state of Georgia.
• Board-certified in Psychiatry and Child/Adolescent psychiatry.
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in psychiatry preferred.
• Prior experience working in a nurse protocol/collaborative agreement or supervisory role with Nurse Practitioners is highly desirable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective remote interaction.
• Knowledge of state laws and regulations governing NP practice and collaborative agreements in Georgia.
• Maintains active professional liability insurance.

Responsibilities:

• Enter into and maintain a nurse protocol agreement with Nurse Practitioners, ensuring compliance with Georgia state requirements.
• Provide clinical supervision, guidance, and support to Nurse Practitioners, ensuring high standards of psychiatric care.
• Be available for regular remote consultations with NPs, offering expertise and support in complex cases and clinical decision-making.
• Ensure that all practices comply with state laws, regulations, and organizational policies related to NP supervision.
• Foster open and effective remote communication with NPs and other healthcare team members to promote a collaborative care environment.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation related to the supervision and nurse protocol agreement as required by state regulations.
• Stay current with best practices, advances in psychiatry, and changes in healthcare regulations that impact NP practice.