Clinical Asst Professor HSC - Psychiatry

Position Description

The Psychiatry roles at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in the School of Medicine in the Permian Basin involves providing comprehensive psychiatric care in general, child & adolescent and forensic settings. This includes diagnosing and treating a wide range of psychiatric disorders and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care. Educate and supervise students, residents and fellows. Research opportunities available.

Department

Psychiatry Ode General

Major/Essential Functions

General Psychiatry - Inpatient and Outpatient:

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for inpatient and outpatient clients.
• Diagnose and treat a range of psychiatric disorders, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, and substance use disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including medication management, psychotherapy, and other therapeutic interventions.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Provide crisis intervention and management of psychiatric emergencies.

Child and Adolescent Psychiatry:

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for children and adolescents.
• Diagnose and treat a range of psychiatric disorders in children and adolescents, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, and behavioral or emotional issues.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including medication management and psychotherapy.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.

Required Qualifications

• MD, DO or MBBS.
• Completion of, or in process of completing, a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry.
• Completion of, or in process of completing, a residency in psychiatry.
• Board Eligibility, or in the process of completing training to become board eligible, in psychiatry.
• Completion of the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 3.

Preferred Qualifications

• Board Certification in psychiatry.
• 2+ years of experience in outpatient or inpatient psychiatry.
• Active Texas Medical License.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

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