Outpatient Psychiatrist: Collaborative Behavioral Health & Recovery

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 176,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is seeking a psychiatrist to support active Behavioral Health treatment cases and the Healing, Recovery and Wellness program.

You will provide psychopharmacological evaluation, consultation, and ongoing treatment, collaborating with Behavioral Health clinicians to ensure continuity of care and health equity. The role includes direct patient care, coordination with primary care, and participation in crisis intervention as needed.

Qualifications

• APA approved psychiatric residency completed.
• Licensed to practice psychiatry in Massachusetts.
• Minimum two years post-graduate training in mental health and/or substance abuse issues.
• Bilingual, Spanish and English, preferred.
• Demonstrated cultural competence working with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients for psychopharmacological interventions and becomes part of the treatment team when indicated.
• Provides consultation to Behavioral Health clinicians and medical staff regarding psychopharmacological interventions for persons with addictions and in recovery.
• Provides direct services to such clients as indicated, carrying a caseload of individual treatment and medication follow-up visits as clinically indicated.
• Serves as a consultant to the Behavioral Health team and the primary care team, attending clinical meetings for adult patients.
• Offers in-service training on medication updates and culturally appropriate usage.

Skills

Cultural sensitivity

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Autonomy and decision-making

Knowledge of community resources

Education

APA approved psychiatric residency

Job description

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is seeking a psychiatrist to support active Behavioral Health treatment cases and the Healing, Recovery and Wellness program.

You will provide psychopharmacological evaluation, consultation, and ongoing treatment, collaborating with Behavioral Health clinicians to ensure continuity of care and health equity. The role includes direct patient care, coordination with primary care, and participation in crisis intervention as needed.