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Employment agreement between COMCARE and Dr. Katherine Grimsley, M.D.
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Recommended Action: Approve the agreement and authorize the Chairman to sign.
Background: Dr. Katherine Grimsley will provide part-time psychiatry services for COMCARE. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Grimsley will provide medication assessments and medication monitoring services for COMCARE clients. This agreement outlines the conditions regarding her employment.
Alternatives: Medical services are a critical component of mental health services and Dr. Grimsley will ensure that COMCARE clients receive the appropriate medical care.
Financial Considerations: The funds for the salary and benefits for the position are within the 2014 Adopted Budget; no additional budget authority is requested.
Cost: $136,000.00 annual salary plus benefits
Funding Source: 40% - 310106-14 - COMCARE Crisis Medical Services
60% - 310176-14 - COMCARE Outpatient Medical Services
Term: 07/14/14- 12/31/14 (automatically renews thereafter unless terminated)
Legal Considerations: The authority for this action is K.S.A. 19-101. A simple majority vote is required.
Policy Considerations: All Sedgwick County policies have been followed in the development of this employment agreement.