Mental Health Specialist | Psychiatric Hospital | Full-Time | Variable

2 months ago
United StatesFull TimePsychiatry

Job Description

About the Role

Join UF Health as a Mental Health Specialist | Psychiatric Hospital | Full-Time | Variable in United States.

Key Responsibilities

  • must have at least one year of Behavioral Health experience in an inpatient psychiatric or addiction medicine setting or experience as a CNA, EMT or equivalent in a related medical setting.

Requirements

  • Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:: High School diploma, or its equivalent required.
  • Minimum 1 year college experience in Behavioral Health, Allied Health, Psychology, Social Sciences or related field preferred.
  • Licensure/Certification/Registration:: noneMotor Vehicle Operator Designation (Required): (Refer to CP 1.

Work Schedule

  • Full-time position.
  • No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join UF Health as a Mental Health Specialist | Psychiatric Hospital | Full-Time | Variable.

Key Skills

Patient CarePsychiatric DisordersSubstance AbuseInterdisciplinary TeamSafety MonitoringADL CareVital Signs MonitoringSpecimen CollectionTherapeutic ActivitiesPsychoeducationCommunity GroupsProgramming AssistancePositive InteractionsMilieu ManagementBehavioral HealthCNA
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Position Insights

Psychiatry — Physician Career Context

This Psychiatry position at UF Health is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Psychiatry professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $300k, with the typical range spanning $230k to $400k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in United States.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Patient Care, Psychiatric Disorders, Substance Abuse, Interdisciplinary Team, Safety Monitoring, ADL Care, Vital Signs Monitoring, Specimen Collection. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Psychiatry role.

Core responsibilities: The Mental Health Specialist provides patient care services to individuals with psychiatric and substance abuse disorders, assisting with various direct care activities. They engage in therapeutic activities, conduct community and psychoeducation groups, and ensure a safe environment for patients.

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