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Psychiatrist

WESTERN WAYNE FAMILY HEALTH CENTERS·Inkster, Michigan

Part Time·On Site·5-10 yrs·Posted 20 days ago
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About the role

The Psychiatrist provides comprehensive behavioral health care, including diagnosis, treatment, and medication management for a variety of patients. Responsibilities include conducting therapy sessions, preparing diagnostic reports, and collaborating with primary care providers in an integrated health setting.

Job DetailsJob Location

  • Western
  • Wayne
  • Inkster -
  • Inkster,
  • MI 48141Position
  • Type:
  • Part
  • TimeJob
  • Shift:
  • DayJob
  • Category:
  • Health
  • CareJob
  • Discription: The Psychiatrist is a primary provider of behavioral health care services at WWFHC performing a full range of psychiatrist assignments in a full-functioning capacity. The Psychiatrist works with the behavioral health and primary care providers under established protocols and the approved clinical policies of WWFHC to provide quality integrated comprehensive health care to patients. ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTION AND DUTIES 1. Participates in the diagnosis and treatment of newly admitted, convalescent, and chronic patients. 2. Completes physical, mental, and neurological examinations of assigned patients. 3. Reviews medical information submitted to obtain social security disability benefits and provides expert opinion on acceptability or rejection of claims. 4. Treats medical, surgical, psychiatric, and neurological problems of patients in the facility. 5. Consults with patients, their families, other medical professionals, attorneys, teachers, and other interested persons to interpret clinical findings. 6. Conducts group and family therapy sessions. 7. Prepares diagnostic reports for judges, administrative law examiners, federal government officials, school officials, physicians, and other interested parties. 8. Provides expert witness testimony in courts of law and administrative hearings regarding the status of patients or social security disability income claimants. 9. Directs and instructs nurses, other professional support staff, attendants, and residents in the care and treatment of patients. 10. Provides instruction and guidance to social security disability income examiners in the review of medical and psychological disability claims. 11. Prescribes medications for the treatment of physical and psychological disorders. 12. Attends and participates in general and teaching staff conferences. 13. Receives advanced training in the field of psychiatry or neurology. 14. Researches cognitive disorders to identify treatment methods. 15. Delivers speeches to lay and professional groups concerning mental hygiene, child guidance, and related topics. 16. Oversees the work of professional staff by making and reviewing work assignments, establishing priorities, coordinating activities, and resolving related work problems. 17. Performs related work as assigned. 18. Performs on a regular basis, professional psychiatric assignments that are identified by the agency as highly complex in nature. CLINIC WIDE RESPONSIBILITIES 1.
  • Customer
  • Relations: a. Treats guests, patients, physicians, and other employees with care, courtesy, and respect. b. Responds quickly and appropriately to customer request. c. Looks for and suggests ways to better meet customer needs. d. Answers clinic communications systems promptly and with courtesy and respect. 2.

Teamwork

a. Works cooperatively within own department and other areas. b. Willingly accepts additional responsibility – tries to make others job easier. c. Responds quickly to request for assistance. d. Required to work closely with patients and associates. e. Interacts with other departments on problem issues. f. Accepts feedback from patients, visitors, clinic employees, physicians and general public. 3.

Continuous

Improvement: a. Continuously looks for and suggests ways to improve. b. Effectively completes assignment to achieve the greatest benefits at acceptable cost. c. Implements improvements as appropriate. d.

Demonstrates interest in own growth and development by: i. Periodically evaluating own performance. ii. Demonstrating an awareness of personal abilities and limitations. iii. Independently seeking means to make improvements. e. Attends and participates in in-services and continuing education programs f. Attends departmental meetings. 4.

Communications

a. Keeps appropriate people informed. b. Speaks and writes clearly, concisely, and appropriately for need. c. Listens carefully. d. Communicates tactfully. e. Understands that all confidentiality and privacy considerations are respected and fostered at work and off duty. 5. Self –Management: a. Presents a positive image of Western Wayne Family Health Center at all times. b. Carries out assignments with little need for direction. c. Timeliness. d. Maintains confidentiality. e. Provides proper notification of absence and tardiness. f. Works weekends and shifts when necessary. QualificationsEDUCATION and EXPERIENCE Possession of a medical degree from an accredited school of medicine Board Eligible/Certified in a primary care specialty from an accredited school of medicine Completion of three years of successful training in a psychiatric residency-training program which yields a certificate of completion. Possession of a unrestricted license to practice medicine or osteopathic medicine in Michigan. Possession of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology “general requirements” for certification in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Must be currently holding, or eligible for, admitting privileges and member in good standing at community and/or tertiary hospitals.

Benefits

Medical Dental Vision STD LTD Flexible Spending Account 403B Loan Forgiveness Lifestyle and quality of life uniqueness (M-F) 14 paid holidays Practice focuses on delivery of quality care (Federally Qualified Health Centers) CME Eligible Competitive Compensation Package

Requirements

Candidates must possess a medical degree, an unrestricted Michigan license to practice medicine, and completion of a three-year psychiatric residency. Board eligibility or certification in psychiatry and neurology, specifically for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, is required.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Group Therapy
  • Case Review
  • Family Therapy
  • Patient Care Coordination
  • Mental Health Treatment
  • Medication Management
  • Integrated Health Care
  • Behavioral Health Care
  • Expert Witness Testimony
  • Clinical Reporting
  • Psychiatric Diagnosis
  • Neurological Examination

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
5-10 yrs
Location
Inkster, Michigan
Posted
Jul 8, 2026
Closes
Aug 10, 2026
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Hiring organization

WESTERN WAYNE FAMILY HEALTH CENTERS

Western Wayne Family Health Centers is a non profit organization that operates four Community Health Centers (in Inkster, Taylor, Dearborn and Lincoln Park, Michigan) offering primary care, and general dentistry for all ages; obstetrics & gynecology; integrated behavioral health...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size51-200 employees
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Psychiatrist openings in Michigan typically reflect steady demand in behavioral health settings, where licensed physicians with psychiatry board eligibility or certification are needed to support patient care. These roles are competitive because employers often require a Michigan physician license, DEA registration, and quick completion of QMHP/QIDP credentials after hire. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license and credential timeline before applying.

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