Psychiatry Physician - Adult/Geriatric, Outpatient
Core
Diagnose and treat mental, addictive, and emotional disorders in older populations using psychopharmacology, including ordering diagnostic tests and prescribing medications.
Role type
Outpatient Geriatric Psychiatrist
Builds
Clinical care plans and medication regimens for adult/geriatric patients
Domain
Healthcare / Psychiatry / Geriatrics
Deliverable
clinical/physical work
Required skills
Psychopharmacology, diagnostic testing, patient interviewing, treatment planning, family intervention
Preferred skills
Board Certification in Geriatric Psychiatry, teaching experience at graduate medical education level
Technologies
Diagnostic laboratory tests
Responsibilities
Interview patients to obtain symptoms, medical histories, and family histories; Diagnose and design treatment plans; Prescribe or administer medications; Prepare and maintain patient records
Seniority
Staff, clinical practitioner