Job Description

Psychiatrist (PRN) (Remote U.S.)

• Are you an experienced Psychiatrist (PRN), looking for a new challenge?
• Are you looking to join a team that ensures a collaborative and inviting culture where everyone can thrive?

If so, you might be our next new team member!

Who we need:

The Psychiatrist provides the principal leadership and clinical expertise to operations on all medical aspects relating to the peer review process, utilization review activities, case management, and other activities requiring clinical leadership and consultation. Additional key responsibilities may include assisting and promoting business development and strategic planning activities.

Why us?

We are a team of experienced and caring leaders, clinicians, pioneering technologists, and industry professionals who come together to redefine expectations for the healthcare industry. State and federal healthcare agencies, providers, and employers turn to us as their vital partner to ensure better healthcare and improve health outcomes.

Singularly Focused. Mission Driven.

Accelerating Better Outcomes is our Mantra! We are mission-driven to innovate health solutions that deliver maximum value and impact.

We do this through our people.

You will have meaningful work that genuinely improves people's lives across the country. We are a company that cares about our employees, and we give you the tools and encouragement you need to achieve the finest work of your career.

Benefits are a key component of your rewards package. Our benefits are designed to provide you with additional protection, security, and support for both your career and your life away from work. Our benefits include comprehensive health plans, paid time off, retirement savings, corporate wellness, educational assistance, corporate discounts, and more.

What you’ll do:

• Evaluate, redirect, and/or respond to inquiries from physicians, providers, and customers. Consult with general and/or specialty practitioners regularly and as necessary as business needs require.
• Foster appropriate external relationships with attending physicians/ surgeons/behavioral health providers by responding to telephone calls and letters.
• Analyze and remain current on national, state, and local regulations and legislation which impact the healthcare profession.
• Review pediatric medical literature, information trends, experiences, and approaches, and assist in the development of strategic plans for clinical improvements.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements.
• Participate in activities specific to contractual arrangements, i.e., Fair Hearings, Appeals.
• Provide medical expertise with respect to planning and establishing goals and policies to improve medical management.
• Conduct peer-to-peer physician consultations as requested or required, and documents consultations.
• Work with medical, nursing, and administrative staff to identify matters needing shared attention.
• Discuss, inform, and facilitate communication and interaction between staff with customers.
• Provide and review for medical necessity for services such as PRTF, ABA, and Mental Health (including Psychiatry).

** _ _The list of accountabilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other education- and experience-related duties that management may deem necessary from time to time.__**

Qualifications

What you’ll need:

Required Qualifications / Experience

• Psychiatrist (MD/DO) with a current non-restricted license to practice in the State of Indiana.
• Board certification in a clinical specialty.
• Experience with programs and coaching medical staff on healthcare business and practice issues.
• Experience in Utilization Management (UM) with knowledge of Medicaid and Medicare programs.

Preferred Qualifications / Experience

• 10+ years of clinical practice.
• 2+ years as a Medical Director in a managed care company.
• Prior Review experience or Quality Assurance committee responsibility in a hospital setting.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Strong knowledge of Quality Assurance (QA) and Utilization Review (UR).
• A contemporary clinician who understands major trends in healthcare and managed care.
• Ability to work effectively with a diversity of personalities. Must be approachable, show respect for others, and be a consensus builder.
• Systems thinker with strong organizational skills who can pull all the pieces together and deliver on time and within budget.
• Adaptable with a strong collaborative management style, a creative thinker with high energy and enthusiasm, and a team player who promotes the concepts of people working together.
• Able to adapt to frequently changing work parameters.

Additional Information

Thank You!

We know your time is valuable, and we thank you for applying for this position. Due to the high volume of applicants, only those who are chosen to advance in our interview process will be contacted. We sincerely appreciate your interest in Acentra Health and invite you to apply to future openings that may be of interest. Best of luck in your search!

~ The Acentra Health Talent Acquisition Team

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Acentra Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable Federal, State, or Local law.