REQUEST FOR APPLICATIONS (RFA)
LICENSED PSYCHIATRIST
SOUTH MS STATE HOSPITAL is seeking to establish a service contract for the services of an On Site Part Time Licensed Psychiatrist. This contract will be a fixed term agreement; this is for part time work, 20 hours/week, not to exceed 60 hours every two (2) weeks. Payment will only be made for hours worked.
Payment and performance obligations for succeeding fiscal periods shall be subject to the availability and appropriation of funds. The rate of pay shall be $200 per hour.
SCOPE OF SERVICES:
- Admit, evaluate, diagnose, treat and provide consultation to adult patients presenting with mental, behavioral, addictive or emotional disorders, e.g., psychoses, depression, anxiety disorders, substance abuse disorders, developmental disabilities, sexual dysfunctions and adjustment disorders.
- Provide consultation with physicians in other fields regarding mental, behavioral or emotional disorders, pharmacotherapy, psychotherapy, family therapy, behavior modification, consultation to the courts and emergency psychiatry.
- Order diagnostic and/or laboratory tests.
- Supervise, collaborate with and train psychiatric nurse practitioners.
- Prescribe medications.
- Admit, evaluate, diagnose, treat and provide consultation to geriatric patients who suffer from dementia, depression, psychosis, behavioral disturbances that result from memory disorders and other psychiatric disorders.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Licensure, Certification and/or Registration:
Required Document:
Applicant must attach a copy of License/Certification
Mississippi State Medical License and DEA #
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Request for Applications
Applications will be accepted in the Office of Human Resources, SOUTH MS STATE HOSPITAL
823 Hwy 589, Purvis, MS 39475 until 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 29, 2024, for the following services: Licensed Psychiatrist – Rate of Pay $200/hr.
Detailed specifications may be obtained from the office of the Director of Human Resources by calling Tricia Yawn at (601)794-0207 at South MS State Hospital, 823 Hwy 589, Purvis, MS 39475 in the administration building or from the MS Procurement Opportunity Search Portal
https://www.ms.gov/dfa/contract_bid_search. The RFX # 3150005932. Application may be placed on the MS Procurement Opportunity Search Portal. Paper applications should be sealed in an envelope and plainly marked on the outside of the envelope: Full Time Licensed Psychiatrist. The deadline for receiving application is 5:00 p.m. Tuesday October 29,2024 at which time they will be reviewed and matched with the criteria stated in the RFA documents.
SMSH reserves the right to reject any and all applications and waive informalities.
By: Tricia Yawn
Human Resources Director
Support Care Professional (full-time)
POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for working with adults diagnosed with a mental illness. May lead or monitor patient education groups. Document patient activity throughout the day. Provide full-body care when needed. Take vital signs. Observe and assist with recreation therapy. Constantly monitor patient activity. Other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION REQUIRED: High School Diploma (or GED) required. 0-3 years of experience preferred.
WORK SCHEDULE: Includes weekends and holidays (please see shift times below.)
A Shift (7:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M.)
B Shift (3:00 P.M. to 11:30 P.M.)
Applications are being accepted at South Mississippi State Hospital, 823 Highway 589, Purvis, Mississippi. For more information on application to SMSH, please see the "How To Apply" section below.
Registered Nurse (full-time)
POSITION SUMMARY: Provides quality care and treatment to adults diagnosed with mental illness, in an acute-care setting. Implements the nursing process in an organized, systematic manner to include assessment planning, intervention, and evaluation. Actively participates in treatment planning.
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION REQUIRED: Current Mississippi (or Compact) RN License is required. Experience is not required.
WORK SCHEDULE: Includes weekends and holidays (please see shift times below.)
A Shift (7:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M.)
C Shift (11:00 P.M. to 7: 30 A.M.)
Applications are being accepted at South Mississippi State Hospital, 823 Highway 589, Purvis, Mississippi. For more information on application to SMSH, please see the "How To Apply" section below.
How to Apply:
- Click here to download and print an application. (If you intend to email your completed application, please save it to your device and email as an attachment to the email address shown above).
- Applications may also be accepted via mail at 823 Highway 589, Purvis, MS 39475 or online at www.mspb.ms.gov, depending on the position. Please read the posting in its entirety to determine which method to use.
- You may EMAIL your completed application to hr@smsh.ms.gov
- You may FAX your completed application to 601-794-0208
- A Department of Mental Health Medical Staff Application is available here. (Physicians and Nurse Practitioners ONLY)
Benefits:
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Personal Leave: 18 days/year
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Medical Leave: 12 days/year
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Holidays: 10 days/year
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State Health Insurance (Know Your Benefits)
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State Retirement Package (PERS)
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Semi-Monthly Pay with Direct Deposit
**Unlimited leave accrual with no cap, begins date of hire, increases after three (3) years**
Employee Handbook:
You may download a copy of the State Employee Handbook (requires Adobe Reader) published by the Mississippi State Personnel Board.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
South Mississippi State Hospital is an equal opportunity employer for all individuals regardless of race, color, creed, gender, religion, national origin, age, physical handicap, disability or political affiliation. It is the policy of the Department of Mental Health and each program to recruit, employ and promote qualified employees without regard to race, color, creed, gender, religion, national origin, age physical handicap, disability or political affiliation. The Mississippi Department of Mental Health complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, which provides a clear mandate for the elimination of discrimination against individuals with disabilities.
Internships:
South Mississippi State Hospital may offer internships in Social Services, Psychology, Recreation/Music Therapy, and/or Public Relations. For more information, please call 601-794-0100 and ask for the department director.
Thank you for your interest in South Mississippi State Hospital.
Updated: 10/25/2024