Addiction Psychiatry Liaison Physician

UMass Memorial Health; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 263,000 - 274,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation support

Student loan forgiveness

Professional liability coverage

Clinician Wellness Program

Job summary

UMass Memorial Medical Group seeks an Addiction Consultation Liaison to join our expanding Psychiatry team in Worcester, MA. The role combines medical–surgical patient assessments with psychiatric care and crisis intervention, within an integrated care model.

The position offers a competitive compensation package with a base hiring range and opportunities for additional compensation through optional evening/weekend participation. Massachusetts license and board eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• Must hold MD or DO degree and Massachusetts license
• Board certification or eligibility

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments of patients in medical–surgical units and emergency department to evaluate diagnoses, risk factors, and treatment needs
• Collaborate with medical and surgical teams to develop integrated treatment plans addressing medical and psychiatric concerns
• Provide evidence-based psychiatric interventions, including medication management, psychotherapy, and crisis intervention as appropriate
• Educate medical and nursing staff on psychiatric issues, including recognition of symptoms, interventions, and emergency strategies
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and case conferences to discuss complex cases and coordinate care
• Document all clinical encounters thoroughly and accurately in the Epic EMR
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical and legal standards governing psychiatric practice
• Stay current with developments in consultation-liaison psychiatry through continuing education
• Participation in weekday evening and weekend is optional and provides additional compensation

Education

MD or DO degree

Massachusetts medical license

Board certified or board eligible

Job description

UMass Memorial Medical Group seeks an Addiction Consultation Liaison to join our expanding Psychiatry team in Worcester, MA. The role combines medical–surgical patient assessments with psychiatric care and crisis intervention, within an integrated care model.

The position offers a competitive compensation package with a base hiring range and opportunities for additional compensation through optional evening/weekend participation. Massachusetts license and board eligibility are required.