Physician Assistant (Psychiatric Mid-Level Practitioner)

Summary Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities. Responsibilities Works collaboratively with staff and consulting physicians, as well as other members of the health care treatment team in providing essential psychiatric services to inmates. Discriminates between normal and abnormal findings to recognize early stages of serious physical, emotional, or mental problems. Responsible for meeting the mental/behavioral health needs of the inmates assigned to their caseload. Responsible for providing thorough mental health evaluation, providing initial diagnosis, initiating treatment and coordinating programs for patients suspected of having psychiatric disorders. Balances medical and mental health needs of the patient caseload with institution security and staff safety needs. Responsible for writing orders for special procedures (e.g., suicide precautions, seclusion, rest...