Forensic Psychiatrist for MS State Hospital

The Mississippi State Hospital is seeking a Forensic Psychiatrist to provide care via telemedicine link to inpatient forensic psychiatric patients. The minimum qualifications include an active, unrestricted Mississippi License to practice medicine, active board certification in general psychiatry, and active board certification in forensic psychiatry. The applicant must also have previous experience working with high-risk seriously mentally ill patients and supervising psychiatric nurse practitioners in inpatient settings. The contract rate will be $375.00 per hour, and the average number of hours worked per week will vary between 12 to 22 hours. • Minimum qualifications: Active, unrestricted Mississippi License to practice medicine; active board certification in general psychiatry; active board certification in forensic psychiatry • Previous experience: at least 3 years as a unit director or equivalent, at least 5 years with high-risk seriously mentally ill patients, at least 5 years supervising psychiatric nurse practitioners in inpatient settings • Contract rate: $375.00 per hour • Average hours worked per week: 12 to 22 hours • Contract period: approximately January 7, 2025 - June 30, 2026