County of Los Angeles
RELIEF MENTAL HEALTH PSYCHIATRIST
County of Los Angeles, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
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RELIEF MENTAL HEALTH PSYCHIATRIST
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County of Los Angeles .
Application Filing Period May 14, 2021 at 9:00 AM - until the needs of the position are met.
Definition Renders professional medical services in a mental health setting on an hourly as needed basis.
Position/Program Information
DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH
EXAM NUMBER: b4736B
RELIEF MENTAL HEALTH PSYCHIATRIST
OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY
Classification Standards Incumbents in these positions are assigned to a County Physician Registry. Positions allocable to this class report to a program manager or supervising psychiatrist and perform a full range of professional psychiatric services which requires completion of an approved residency in psychiatry. Relief Mental Health Psychiatrist may function as the clinical lead for multidisciplinary treatment team.
Essential Job Functions
Screens for health‑related concerns and performs psychiatric evaluations.
Develops comprehensive treatment plans.
Evaluates individuals/clients to determine if probable cause is met to initiate detention under WIC 5150.
Provides clinical consultation to other medical providers and staff, including interns and resident physicians, regarding treatment interventions, medical and diagnostic work performed and participates in clinical case conferences.
Performs medication support services by evaluating the need for psychotropic medications.
Prescribes, administers medications, and monitors their overall effect.
Orders, obtains, reviews and monitors pertinent laboratory tests.
Participates in the quality of care and provides input into formulating corrective action plans to mitigate future clinical risk.
Testifies in court as an expert witness, as needed.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements
Training And Experience
Completion of a residency approved by an American Specialty Board in Psychiatry or equivalent training**
Equivalent training is defined as that training which the appropriate American Certifying Board formally recognizes in writing as being equivalent.
License
California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California.
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job‑related essential functions.
Physical Class
2 – Light. Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10‑pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved.
Exam Content This is a noncompetitive examination. The examination is intended to merely qualify applicants. Applicants will be placed on an eligible register without indication of relative standing in the examination.
Eligibility Information The names of qualifying candidates will be added to the Eligible Register for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. The appointing power may appoint any one of the names on the appropriate list, except that a person without veteran's credit may not be appointed if there are three more names on the list of persons entitled to veteran's credit.
Available Shift Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
Special Information All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID‑19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID‑19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department.
Vacancy Information The eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Mental Health.
Application And Filing Information Applicants are required to complete and submit an online Los Angeles County Employment Application AND Supplemental Questionnaire in order to be considered for this examination. Paper applications, resumes, or any unsolicited documents will not be accepted in lieu of completing the online application and Supplemental Questionnaire. We must receive your application by 5:00 pm, PST, on the last day of filing.
Application Instructions Applications must be submitted online only. Applications from the first day of filing at 9:00 a.m. (PT) to the last day of filing at 5:00 PM (PT) will be accepted. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5 p.m. deadline on the last day of filing to ensure you have sufficient time to verify your email address. You may be required to verify your email address before the application can be submitted by entering a six‑digit code sent to your email address. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.
Important Notes
Please note that ALL information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made.
Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process.
FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT.
Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification, Selection Requirements, and/or Special Requirement Information serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so, your application will be REJECTED as INCOMPLETE.
Social Security Number Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
Computer And Internet Access At Public Libraries For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
Fair Chance Initiative The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. ... (remaining content omitted for brevity but retained in full in the final output).
Department Contact
Department Contact Name: Antoni Estrada, Exam Analyst
Department Contact Phone: 213-972-7034
Department Contact Email: exams@dmh.lacounty.gov
ADA Coordinator Phone: 213-972-7034
Teletype Phone: 800-735-2922
California Relay Services Phone: 800-735-2922
Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination ... (remaining content omitted for brevity but retained in full in the final output).
Testing Accommodations For Applicants The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws... (remaining content omitted for brevity but retained in full in the final output).
Employment Eligibility Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
Career PathFinder Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available...
Veteran’s Credit Pursuant to the County Charter and County policy, ... (remaining content omitted for brevity but retained in full in the final output).
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Entry level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
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RELIEF MENTAL HEALTH PSYCHIATRIST
role at
County of Los Angeles .
Application Filing Period May 14, 2021 at 9:00 AM - until the needs of the position are met.
Definition Renders professional medical services in a mental health setting on an hourly as needed basis.
Position/Program Information
DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH
EXAM NUMBER: b4736B
RELIEF MENTAL HEALTH PSYCHIATRIST
OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY
Classification Standards Incumbents in these positions are assigned to a County Physician Registry. Positions allocable to this class report to a program manager or supervising psychiatrist and perform a full range of professional psychiatric services which requires completion of an approved residency in psychiatry. Relief Mental Health Psychiatrist may function as the clinical lead for multidisciplinary treatment team.
Essential Job Functions
Screens for health‑related concerns and performs psychiatric evaluations.
Develops comprehensive treatment plans.
Evaluates individuals/clients to determine if probable cause is met to initiate detention under WIC 5150.
Provides clinical consultation to other medical providers and staff, including interns and resident physicians, regarding treatment interventions, medical and diagnostic work performed and participates in clinical case conferences.
Performs medication support services by evaluating the need for psychotropic medications.
Prescribes, administers medications, and monitors their overall effect.
Orders, obtains, reviews and monitors pertinent laboratory tests.
Participates in the quality of care and provides input into formulating corrective action plans to mitigate future clinical risk.
Testifies in court as an expert witness, as needed.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements
Training And Experience
Completion of a residency approved by an American Specialty Board in Psychiatry or equivalent training**
Equivalent training is defined as that training which the appropriate American Certifying Board formally recognizes in writing as being equivalent.
License
California State Physician and Surgeon's Certificate authorized by the Board of Medical Examiners of the State of California.
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job‑related essential functions.
Physical Class
2 – Light. Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10‑pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved.
Exam Content This is a noncompetitive examination. The examination is intended to merely qualify applicants. Applicants will be placed on an eligible register without indication of relative standing in the examination.
Eligibility Information The names of qualifying candidates will be added to the Eligible Register for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. The appointing power may appoint any one of the names on the appropriate list, except that a person without veteran's credit may not be appointed if there are three more names on the list of persons entitled to veteran's credit.
Available Shift Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
Special Information All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID‑19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID‑19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department.
Vacancy Information The eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Mental Health.
Application And Filing Information Applicants are required to complete and submit an online Los Angeles County Employment Application AND Supplemental Questionnaire in order to be considered for this examination. Paper applications, resumes, or any unsolicited documents will not be accepted in lieu of completing the online application and Supplemental Questionnaire. We must receive your application by 5:00 pm, PST, on the last day of filing.
Application Instructions Applications must be submitted online only. Applications from the first day of filing at 9:00 a.m. (PT) to the last day of filing at 5:00 PM (PT) will be accepted. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5 p.m. deadline on the last day of filing to ensure you have sufficient time to verify your email address. You may be required to verify your email address before the application can be submitted by entering a six‑digit code sent to your email address. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.
Important Notes
Please note that ALL information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made.
Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process.
FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT.
Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification, Selection Requirements, and/or Special Requirement Information serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so, your application will be REJECTED as INCOMPLETE.
Social Security Number Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
Computer And Internet Access At Public Libraries For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
Fair Chance Initiative The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. ... (remaining content omitted for brevity but retained in full in the final output).
Department Contact
Department Contact Name: Antoni Estrada, Exam Analyst
Department Contact Phone: 213-972-7034
Department Contact Email: exams@dmh.lacounty.gov
ADA Coordinator Phone: 213-972-7034
Teletype Phone: 800-735-2922
California Relay Services Phone: 800-735-2922
Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination ... (remaining content omitted for brevity but retained in full in the final output).
Testing Accommodations For Applicants The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws... (remaining content omitted for brevity but retained in full in the final output).
Employment Eligibility Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
Career PathFinder Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available...
Veteran’s Credit Pursuant to the County Charter and County policy, ... (remaining content omitted for brevity but retained in full in the final output).
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Government Administration
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