DHS BEHAV HLTH GENERAL PHYSICIAN
Date:
Apr 17, 2025
Req ID:
48714
Location:
Benton, AR, US, 72015
Category:
AR DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES
Anticipated Starting Salary:
$112,000.00
Position Information
Class Code: L009N
Grade: MP06
FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT
Salary Range: $111,884.00 - $182,147.00
Summary
The Department of Human Services (DHS) / Division of Behavioral Health Services (DBHS) General Physician is responsible for diagnosing illnesses and prescribing and administering treatment for people suffering from mental disease. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy.
Functions
Prescribes, directs, and administers psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders.
Dimensions
None
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human psychological and emotional diseases.
Minimum Qualifications
The formal education equivalent of medical degree approved by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association and successful completion of the internship or resident postgraduate requirements; plus six years of progressively more responsible experience in the behavioral health medical field, including three years in a professional managerial capacity.
Licenses
Must be licensed as a physician by the State Medical Board in accordance with Ark. Code Ann. ç17-95-401 et al.
Nearest Major Market: Little Rock
