Florida Department of Children and Families
SENIOR PHYSICIAN - PSYCHIATRIST - 60009465
Florida Department of Children and Families, Macclenny, Florida, United States, 32063
Overview
SENIOR PHYSICIAN - PSYCHIATRIST - 60009465 at Florida Department of Children and Families Requisition No: 861633 Agency: Children and Families Working Title: SENIOR PHYSICIAN - PSYCHIATRIST - 60009465 Pay Plan: SES Position Number: 60009465 Salary: $8,141.48 Bi-Weekly Posting Closing Date: 09/30/2025 Total Compensation Estimator Tool The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) is the state of Florida’s social services agency. The agency oversees services for child safety, fostering, adoption, domestic violence, adult protective services, refugees, homelessness, mental health, substance abuse, childcare providers, human trafficking and public assistance. The agency’s mission is to work in partnership with local communities to protect the vulnerable, promote strong and economically self-sufficient families, and advance personal and family recovery and resiliency. Within DCF, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health (SAMH) Program office is recognized as the single state authority for substance abuse and mental health services. The Office of SAMH is statutorily responsible for the planning, evaluation, and implementation of a comprehensive statewide system of care for the prevention, treatment, and recovery of children and adults with serious mental illnesses or substance use disorders. Northeast Florida State Hospital (NEFSH) is a 613-bed, licensed mental health treatment facility located in Macclenny. NEFSH is the largest state operated civil treatment facility and operates tobacco-free. This is a highly responsible and professional position serving as the Senior Physician - Psychiatrist within the Clinical Division. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player who works seamlessly across all sections within the program office. This role requires independent judgment, a proactive approach to responsibilities, and exceptional attention to detail. If you are driven, organized, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply. Responsibilities
This is a professional position in a large mental health facility that functions as a Senior Physician - Psychiatrist. The incumbent is expected to maintain a positive and professional attitude and manner, ensuring individuals receive comprehensive medical and mental health services in a cost effective, customer-oriented manner. Follows medical ethics and standards in an outcome-oriented management system while maintaining sensitivity to the constitutional rights of patients. Conducts daily ward rounds on assigned wards. Orders psychiatric intervention as required. Evaluates patient progress and makes clinical recommendations including psychotropic medication reviews to improve patient functioning. Participates in scheduled meetings as a member of the multidisciplinary therapeutic team involved in the treatment of patients. Participates and implements treatment interventions assigned on the treatment/service plan. Documents in the medical record in legible handwriting. Participates in patient admission procedures by completing a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and documenting admission notes, admission orders and a preliminary treatment plan. Obtains patients’/guardians’ consent for psychotropic treatment. Performs annual psychiatric summaries on assigned patients, completes and signs incident reports, initiates voluntary/involuntary placement proceedings and testifies in scheduled hearings when necessary. Reviews evaluation reports and intervention/outcome documentation for adherence to NEFSH protocols and time frames. Manages psychotropic medications in accordance with NEFSH policy and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable state procedures. Seeks consultation from colleagues to ensure treatment excellence when applicable. Discusses patient status with guardian or relatives and assists them to understand the patient’s illness and treatment. Prepares discharge summaries in accordance with NEFSH protocols. Accepts clinical assignments based on hospital need as directed by Medical Executive Director. Performs other duties as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Certification in CPR, First Aid, MANDT, Infection Control, Customer Service, and OSHA requirements; intervention with combative individuals may be required. Some driving may be required. Knowledge of principles and practices of program management and delivery of mental health services. Knowledge of mental health, psychiatric principles, practices and techniques. Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. Ability to perform complete psychiatric and mental health assessments; manage mental health disorders and care of patients. Ability to identify and evaluate illnesses and/or disorders; compile and evaluate mental health assessments, medical histories and other clinical data. Ability to initiate diagnostic laboratory tests and evaluate results; prescribe/alter and administer appropriate medications. Ability to work with patients having a variety of mental psychiatric disorders and physical problems. Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments; apply consultative processes in problem-solving; communicate effectively; develop and implement program monitoring methodologies. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Minimum Qualifications
Licensure as a physician pursuant to Chapter 458, Florida Statutes, and two years of post-licensure professional experience in the practice of medicine. A current public psychiatry certificate issued by the Florida Board of Medical Examiners pursuant to Section 458.3165, Florida Statutes. Certification by a recognized board in a medical specialty area can substitute for the required experience. Candidate Profile
Candidate profile must be completed in its entirety with supervisor names and phone numbers for all periods of employment; account for and explain any gaps in employment. Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications; avoid using "See Resume" to respond to qualifying questions. If you experience problems applying online, contact the People First Service Center. Benefits
Working for the State of Florida offers a competitive total compensation package and benefits. For more information, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com. DCF EMPLOYMENT DISCLOSURES US CITIZEN REQUIREMENT: Only US citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers will be hired. SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM REGISTRATION: All selected male candidates born on or after October 1, 1962 must be registered with the SSS. Verification will be conducted prior to hire. For more information, visit http://www.sss.gov. RETIREE NOTICE: If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), check how re-employment affects benefits. BACKGROUND SCREENING: Applicants must complete a state and national criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment; fingerprinting and additional checks may be required. #SAMH The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer. Reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act are available. The State supports a Drug-Free workplace with drug testing as per the Drug-Free Workplace Act.
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SENIOR PHYSICIAN - PSYCHIATRIST - 60009465 at Florida Department of Children and Families Requisition No: 861633 Agency: Children and Families Working Title: SENIOR PHYSICIAN - PSYCHIATRIST - 60009465 Pay Plan: SES Position Number: 60009465 Salary: $8,141.48 Bi-Weekly Posting Closing Date: 09/30/2025 Total Compensation Estimator Tool The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) is the state of Florida’s social services agency. The agency oversees services for child safety, fostering, adoption, domestic violence, adult protective services, refugees, homelessness, mental health, substance abuse, childcare providers, human trafficking and public assistance. The agency’s mission is to work in partnership with local communities to protect the vulnerable, promote strong and economically self-sufficient families, and advance personal and family recovery and resiliency. Within DCF, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health (SAMH) Program office is recognized as the single state authority for substance abuse and mental health services. The Office of SAMH is statutorily responsible for the planning, evaluation, and implementation of a comprehensive statewide system of care for the prevention, treatment, and recovery of children and adults with serious mental illnesses or substance use disorders. Northeast Florida State Hospital (NEFSH) is a 613-bed, licensed mental health treatment facility located in Macclenny. NEFSH is the largest state operated civil treatment facility and operates tobacco-free. This is a highly responsible and professional position serving as the Senior Physician - Psychiatrist within the Clinical Division. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player who works seamlessly across all sections within the program office. This role requires independent judgment, a proactive approach to responsibilities, and exceptional attention to detail. If you are driven, organized, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply. Responsibilities
This is a professional position in a large mental health facility that functions as a Senior Physician - Psychiatrist. The incumbent is expected to maintain a positive and professional attitude and manner, ensuring individuals receive comprehensive medical and mental health services in a cost effective, customer-oriented manner. Follows medical ethics and standards in an outcome-oriented management system while maintaining sensitivity to the constitutional rights of patients. Conducts daily ward rounds on assigned wards. Orders psychiatric intervention as required. Evaluates patient progress and makes clinical recommendations including psychotropic medication reviews to improve patient functioning. Participates in scheduled meetings as a member of the multidisciplinary therapeutic team involved in the treatment of patients. Participates and implements treatment interventions assigned on the treatment/service plan. Documents in the medical record in legible handwriting. Participates in patient admission procedures by completing a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and documenting admission notes, admission orders and a preliminary treatment plan. Obtains patients’/guardians’ consent for psychotropic treatment. Performs annual psychiatric summaries on assigned patients, completes and signs incident reports, initiates voluntary/involuntary placement proceedings and testifies in scheduled hearings when necessary. Reviews evaluation reports and intervention/outcome documentation for adherence to NEFSH protocols and time frames. Manages psychotropic medications in accordance with NEFSH policy and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable state procedures. Seeks consultation from colleagues to ensure treatment excellence when applicable. Discusses patient status with guardian or relatives and assists them to understand the patient’s illness and treatment. Prepares discharge summaries in accordance with NEFSH protocols. Accepts clinical assignments based on hospital need as directed by Medical Executive Director. Performs other duties as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Certification in CPR, First Aid, MANDT, Infection Control, Customer Service, and OSHA requirements; intervention with combative individuals may be required. Some driving may be required. Knowledge of principles and practices of program management and delivery of mental health services. Knowledge of mental health, psychiatric principles, practices and techniques. Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. Ability to perform complete psychiatric and mental health assessments; manage mental health disorders and care of patients. Ability to identify and evaluate illnesses and/or disorders; compile and evaluate mental health assessments, medical histories and other clinical data. Ability to initiate diagnostic laboratory tests and evaluate results; prescribe/alter and administer appropriate medications. Ability to work with patients having a variety of mental psychiatric disorders and physical problems. Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments; apply consultative processes in problem-solving; communicate effectively; develop and implement program monitoring methodologies. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Minimum Qualifications
Licensure as a physician pursuant to Chapter 458, Florida Statutes, and two years of post-licensure professional experience in the practice of medicine. A current public psychiatry certificate issued by the Florida Board of Medical Examiners pursuant to Section 458.3165, Florida Statutes. Certification by a recognized board in a medical specialty area can substitute for the required experience. Candidate Profile
Candidate profile must be completed in its entirety with supervisor names and phone numbers for all periods of employment; account for and explain any gaps in employment. Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications; avoid using "See Resume" to respond to qualifying questions. If you experience problems applying online, contact the People First Service Center. Benefits
Working for the State of Florida offers a competitive total compensation package and benefits. For more information, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com. DCF EMPLOYMENT DISCLOSURES US CITIZEN REQUIREMENT: Only US citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers will be hired. SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM REGISTRATION: All selected male candidates born on or after October 1, 1962 must be registered with the SSS. Verification will be conducted prior to hire. For more information, visit http://www.sss.gov. RETIREE NOTICE: If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), check how re-employment affects benefits. BACKGROUND SCREENING: Applicants must complete a state and national criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment; fingerprinting and additional checks may be required. #SAMH The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer. Reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act are available. The State supports a Drug-Free workplace with drug testing as per the Drug-Free Workplace Act.
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