Physician - Psychiatry - Consult-Liaison Service to Hospital & ED

Colorado Psychiatric; Fall River (MA); Sur place; USD 275 000 - 315 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

41 days of PTO

6% retirement match after two years

CME allowance with paid time

Résumé du poste

Stryker Corporation is seeking a Psychiatrist for its Consult-Liaison Service in Southcoast Health, located in southern Massachusetts. The position offers the chance to provide critical psychiatric services to community hospitals while working within a dedicated team. Candidates should have a medical degree, board certification in psychiatry, and an active Massachusetts license.

This role offers competitive compensation along with extensive benefits such as 41 days of PTO, malpractice coverage, and opportunities for programmatic leadership. Join a renowned health system committed to patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Medical degree from an accredited institution.
• Board certified or board eligible in Psychiatry.
• Active Massachusetts medical license and DEA registration.

Responsabilités

• Provide diversified Consult-Liaison Psychiatry services.
• Participate in a reasonable RVU model.
• Collaborate closely with medical teams for patient-centered care.

Connaissances

Clinical excellence

Effective communication

Patient satisfaction

Formation

Medical degree from an accredited institution

Board certified or board eligible in Psychiatry

Active Massachusetts medical license and DEA registration

Description du poste

Physician Job Opportunity: Psychiatry – Consult-Liaison Service

Coastal Southern Massachusetts

Less than 30 minutes from Providence, RI | Less than 1 hour from Boston, MA

Southcoast Health is dedicated to attracting high-quality physicians who deliver exceptional patient care. As one of the largest and fastest‑growing health systems in New England, Southcoast Health has earned a reputation as a premier destination for healthcare professionals.

Our Psychiatry & Behavioral Health Department is part of Southcoast Physicians Group, a collegial and collaborative multispecialty group of 800+ providers that continues to grow. We are deeply committed to excellence in patient care, education, and service to our community.

Opportunity Overview

Southcoast Health provides comprehensive behavioral health consultation services across three community hospitals:

• St. Luke’s Hospital – New Bedford, MA
• Charlton Memorial Hospital – Fall River, MA
• Tobey Hospital – Wareham, MA

In addition, Southcoast Health is actively developing an integrated behavioral health program across affiliated ambulatory and specialty clinics.

This is a unique opportunity to join a not-for-profit, mission-driven health system that is investing in the expansion of behavioral health services. The role offers meaningful opportunities for immediate direct patient impact, as well as departmental and programmatic development at the system level.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide diversified Consult‑Liaison (CL) Psychiatry services in support of the Southcoast Department of Psychiatry and Southcoast Physicians Group, in accordance with Massachusetts medical practice regulations.
• Participate in a reasonable RVU model, balanced with the educational mission of the position and broader system-level impact goals.
• Work within a proactive, team‑based model that includes:
  • Dedicated behavioral health social workers
  • Mental Health Associates
  • Behavioral health nurses
• Collaborate closely with medical teams and inpatient nursing staff to support patient‑centered care, active management, and safe dispositions.
• No regular evening or weekend coverage; voluntary, paid weekend shifts are available.
• Opportunity for clinical supervision of APPs providing CL services.
• Additional clinical/educational relationships exist with:
  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
  • Brown University
  • Boston Children’s Hospital
  • Boston Medical Center
• Programmatic leadership opportunities exist to work with Psychiatry and institutional leadership, including:
  • Expansion of hospital and outpatient behavioral health services
  • Addressing substance use disorders and geriatric psychiatry needs
  • Supporting a newly formed Addiction Medicine Consult Service
• Opportunities to represent Psychiatry on institutional committees such as Bioethics and Quality Steering Committees.

Qualifications

• Medical degree from an accredited institution.
• Board certified or board eligible in Psychiatry.
• Active Massachusetts medical license and DEA registration.
• Demonstrated clinical excellence, strong patient satisfaction, and effective communication skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary with quality‑based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • 41 days of PTO
  • 6% retirement match after two years
• Malpractice coverage: $2M / $6M.
• Potential for relocation assistance and/or sign‑on bonus.
• Not‑for‑profit, underserved community setting with eligibility for loan forgiveness programs.
• CME allowance with paid CME time.

About Southcoast Health

Southcoast Health offers outstanding specialty services and is consistently ranked among the top providers in the region. Recognitions include:

• Ranked #12 regionally by U.S. News & World Report
• Advanced heart and vascular programs
• Highly recognized perinatal and bariatric services
• Designated IDSA Antimicrobial Center of Excellence
• National recognitions from Newsweek, U.S. News, CHIME, and SouthCoast Today

Community Impact

Southcoast Health’s medical staff includes 1,000+ ambulatory and inpatient providers, serving more than 135,000 patients across southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. We are a sought‑after destination for medical student and advanced practice rotations, with collaborative agreements with nearby prestigious academic institutions.

As a not‑for‑profit charitable organization, Southcoast Health is deeply connected to and supported by the community it serves. Learn more at www.southcoast.org.

About the Community

Our coastal communities offer a rich mix of cultural attractions, outdoor recreation, and family‑friendly neighborhoods. With easy access to Boston, Providence, and Cape Cod, the region provides an exceptional quality of life for individuals and families alike.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter to:

Holly Lestage
[e-mail]
508‑525‑3585

Please include relevant psychiatry experience, clinical interests, and your interest in joining the Southcoast Health Behavioral Health team.

Southcoast Health is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Pay Range USD $275,000.00 - USD $315,000.00 /Yr.