COURT EVALUATOR
TMC Bonham Hospital
- Kirkland, WA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Clinically evaluates patients detained by a DCR on an initial 120 hour hold and assesses whether additional inpatient hospitalization is needed or whether a less restrictive option is appropriate.
- Co-authors with attending provider14/90/180 day petitions for involuntary treatment.
- Provide expert witness testimony in court proceedings through a combination of patient evaluation, medical chart review, discussions with treatment providers and witnesses, and direct examination/cross-examination from Prosecution/Defense attorneys.
- Preferred (5) years post-Master or three (3) years post-Doctoral experience in a psychiatric health care setting.
- Strong clinical assessment skills required.
- Background in forensic or clinical work required.