[Hiring] Mental Health Reviewing Physician @Potomac Healthcare Solutions

Role Description

The Mental Health Reviewing Consultant is responsible for performing psychiatric and mental health consultations and submitting written recommendations.

• Review all documentation provided by the Independent Medical Examination (IME) for adequacy, consistency, and credibility.
• Communicate any discrepancies or issues between the IME provider and the Mental Health Reviewing Consultant.
• Review and study all documents and provide a written recommendation to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) or Nurse Consultant via secured electronic transmission within ten (10) business days.
• For employees in weapon-carrying and/or public safety positions, emphasize the employee's judgment and ability to safely perform essential work duties.
• The final recommendation shall address specific questions by the COR/Nurse Consultant and include if the employee is "Fit" or "Not Fit" to perform essential duties safely and efficiently.
• Address whether:
  • The condition in question itself is disqualifying;
  • The condition’s recurrence cannot be ruled out;
  • The duties of the position are such that a recurrence would pose a significant risk of substantial harm.

Qualifications

• Must have a current, active, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in a state, territory, or commonwealth of the U.S. or the District of Columbia.
• Shall have obtained and maintained certification by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
• Evidence of a minimum of five (5) years of experience demonstrating knowledge of forensic law enforcement hiring/screening experience and knowledge of the Office of Personnel Management's policies about Federal hiring.
• Experience in reviewing FFDE cases for psychological and psychiatric illness of law enforcement is preferred.
• Experience in performing psychiatric and mental health consultations and submitting written recommendations.

Requirements

• This job is CONTINGENT upon contract award, client approval, completion of a favorable background investigation, and the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust / High Risk clearance.
• Final compensation will be based on relevant factors including work experience, skills, certifications, and internal equity.
• Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

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