Psychiatry - Forensic Physician
Company: Protouch Staffing
Location: Waco
Posted on: January 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Psychiatrist(Hybrid)- Waco, TX Job Type: Full-time/On-site
Position Overview: This full-time role combines on-site care with
telemedicine services, offering a consistent 40-hour work week
while allowing you to meaningfully support an underserved adult
population within a structured clinical environment. Key
Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations,
diagnose mental health disorders, and develop individualized
treatment plans. Provide psychopharmacology management, including
medication initiation, monitoring, and adjustment. Lead crisis
intervention and suicide-prevention protocols in collaboration with
nursing and custody teams. Coordinate continuity of care with
on-site counselors, medical providers, and community agencies to
support effective discharge planning. Maintain accurate, timely
clinical documentation in accordance with NCCHC and state
regulatory standards. Participate in interdisciplinary meetings,
case reviews, and quality-improvement initiatives. Provide clinical
oversight to mid-level practitioners and assist with staff training
as needed. Required Qualifications: Active, unrestricted Texas
medical license (or ability to obtain) and DEA registration. Board
Certification or Board Eligibility in Psychiatry. Current BLS/ACLS
certification; experience in correctional or forensic psychiatry is
highly preferred. Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life
Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan Paid Holidays and PTO Options
Keywords: Protouch Staffing, Dallas , Psychiatry - Forensic Physician, Healthcare , Waco, Texas
