Assistant Medical Director, Behavioral Health Leader

Overstory Health, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 260,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous PTO

11 holidays

Medical malpractice insurance

Health insurance

Disability insurance

401K match

Job summary

Overstory Health, Inc. seeks a Psychiatrist and Assistant Medical Director to lead psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and compassionate clinical support in our Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient programs.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to deliver evidence-based, whole-person care for adults with complex behavioral health needs, in a fast-paced startup environment focused on accessible, dignified treatment.

Qualifications

• Lives in Boston, MA or is willing to relocate.
• W2 position, full-time with availability up to 40 hours per week.
• Confidence working with Medicaid populations and clients with complex social needs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn department and job-specific software systems (e.g., Slack, Zoom, Electronic Health Record, etc.).
• Ability to work for any employer in the United States.
• Licensed or ability to obtain MA Board of Medical Practice Licensure.
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain DEA certification for MA.
• Skilled in the evaluation and treatment of mental illness.
• Excellent communication skills and the desire to work in a collaborative, team-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide Psychiatric Care: complete psychiatric evaluations and intake assessments for new clients.
• Create and guide individualized treatment plans in partnership with the care team.
• Prescribe and manage medications, monitor for effectiveness and side effects, and adjust as needed.
• Offer support in clinical crises and help manage complex behavioral health needs.
• Monitor mental and physical health status, including vital signs and symptoms.
• Oversee medication self-administration during programming and ensure safe handling of client medications.
• Educate clients and families on diagnoses, medications, and self-care strategies.
• Participate in individual check-ins and therapeutic groups when appropriate.
• Partner with therapists, social workers, and care coordinators to provide integrated, team-based care.
• Attend daily scheduled treatment team meetings and case reviews to discuss progress and adjust plans.
• Coordinate with outside providers and resources to support continuity of care and smooth transitions.
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in the EMR.
• Uphold the highest standards for ethical, trauma-informed, and culturally competent care.
• Stay current on best practices in psychiatric care and participate in ongoing learning and development.

Skills

Psychiatry

Crisis intervention

Team-based care

Communication skills

Medicaid experience

Education

MA Medical License or eligible

Tools

Microsoft Office

Slack

Zoom

EMR systems

Job description

Overstory Health, Inc. seeks a Psychiatrist and Assistant Medical Director to lead psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and compassionate clinical support in our Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient programs.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to deliver evidence-based, whole-person care for adults with complex behavioral health needs, in a fast-paced startup environment focused on accessible, dignified treatment.