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Join our team and help launch the first state psychiatric hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth, where innovative caregivers will make a lasting impact on behavioral health in Texas.
The Texas Behavioral Health Center is a newly completed state-funded psychiatric hospital opening in Dallas’ Southwestern Medical District that is owned by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and operated by UT Southwestern Medical Center.
When fully operational, the 505,000-square-foot facility will house 292 beds – 200 for adult patients and 92 for children and adolescents.
As DFW’s first state-funded behavioral health hospital, it is designed to deliver state-of-the-art, patient-centered care in a modern and healing environment.
The center provides comprehensive behavioral health treatment and features private patient rooms, abundant access to natural light and nature, and thoughtfully designed spaces that promote recovery.
The hospital will also provide training to all behavioral health disciplines.
As employees of UT Southwestern, team members will join a world-class academic medical center committed to patient-centered care, innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and preparing patients for successful reintegration into their families and communities.
With competitive benefits and a mission-driven culture, Texas Behavioral Health Center offers an unparalleled opportunity to make a lasting impact on mental health care in North Texas.
JOB SUMMARY The Clinical Staff Pharmacist provides comprehensive pharmaceutical care to patients in a psychiatric hospital setting, ensuring the safe, effective, and appropriate use of medications for mental health conditions.
This role involves reviewing and verifying medication orders, monitoring patient responses to psychotropic therapies, and collaborating closely with psychiatrists, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize treatment outcomes.
The pharmacist also educates staff and patients on medication use, manages potential drug interactions and side effects, and ensures compliance with regulatory and safety standards.
A strong understanding of psychiatric pharmacotherapy, attention to detail, and commitment to patient-centered care are essential for success in this role.
