Part-Time Psychiatrist in Waterbury, CT

UConn Health/Waterbury Hospital; West Side Hill (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

UConn Health/Waterbury Hospital in Waterbury, CT, is seeking a BC/BE inpatient psychiatrist to provide inpatient coverage for the Behavioral Health team. This 20-hour weekly, part-time role offers days and flexibility within a supportive hospital setting.

You will collaborate closely with nurse practitioners, nurses and mental health clinicians to deliver comprehensive inpatient care and contribute to a broad program across inpatient and ambulatory services.

Qualifications

• Board-certified/board-eligible psychiatrist.
• Experience in inpatient psychiatry coverage.
• Ability to collaborate with nurses and mental health clinicians.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient psychiatric coverage as part of the Behavioral Health team.
• Collaborate with nurse practitioners, nurses, and mental health clinicians.
• Contribute to inpatient and ambulatory services within Waterbury Hospital.

Skills

Inpatient psychiatry

BC/BE psychiatry

Team collaboration

Education

BC/BE board certification

Job description

UConn Health/Waterbury Hospital · Psychiatry - General Adult

Waterbury , CT

Part Time , Days

Posted 03/16/2026

Fantastic Inpatient Part-Time Psychiatrist Opportunity in Waterbury, CT_(20 hours weekly with flexibility)

UConn Health/Waterburyis seeking an BC/BE inpatient psychiatrist to provide inpatient coverage. The physician will work with the behavioral health team collaborating with nurse practitioners, nurses, and mental health clinicians.

Behavioral Health of Waterbury Hospital is committed to meeting the behavioral health needs of our community.

Among the largest and busiest behavioral health centers in Connecticut, Waterbury Hospital provides a full continuum of services for children and adults in both inpatient and ambulatory settings. Waterbury Hospital’s state-of-the-art inpatients facility combines top-quality care in a spacious and discrete setting. Outpatient services include crisis assessment and triage, geropsychiatry, addiction treatment, a partial hospitalization program, and general outpatient counseling.

About Waterbury Hospital

Waterbury Hospital is a 357-bed acute care facility with a Level II Trauma Center designation, providing advanced medical care to more than 350,000 residents in the greater Waterbury region. The hospital employs over 2,000 staff members and works with a medical staff of nearly 700 providers.

Our affiliate partners include:

• The Heart Center of Greater Waterbury
• Cardiology Associates of Greater Waterbury
• The Harold Leever Cancer Center
• Access Rehabilitation Network

Join UConn Health at Waterbury Hospital

Waterbury Hospital, recently acquired by UConn Health, is expanding its community-based care network and seeking talented healthcare professionals to join our team. UConn Health, part of the nationally ranked University of Connecticut, delivers world-class medical care, groundbreaking research, and innovative education, serving more than one million patients annually. UConn’s academic excellence and resources provide a strong foundation for professional growth and cutting-edge patient care.

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement within a collaborative and supportive environment.

Life in Connecticut

Located along the I-84 corridor, Waterbury sits among the scenic hills and classic New England towns of northwestern Connecticut. The region offers an exceptional quality of life with excellent schools, vibrant cultural attractions, and convenient access to New York City, Boston, Connecticut’s Gold Coast, and the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts.

Join us to make a meaningful impact in your community while becoming part of a leading health system committed to innovation, excellence, and the development of top healthcare talent.