We’re looking for a board-certified psychiatrist to provide clinical care, oversee treatment programs, and support the medical team. This role includes evaluating and treating patients with psychiatric and substance use disorders, supervising clinical staff, and helping ensure high-quality patient care that meets established standards and guidelines.
Responsibilities
- Provide scheduled facility coverage, including on-call, weekend, and 24-hour coverage as assigned.
- Conduct patient rounds and provide direct psychiatric care and clinical oversight to multidisciplinary treatment teams.
- Evaluate patients for admission and discharge, develop treatment plans, and determine appropriate medications and other treatment options.
- Diagnose and treat psychiatric illnesses and substance use disorders using medication management, psychotherapy, and other appropriate treatments.
- Perform advanced risk assessments and consult on complex clinical cases.
- Review treatment plans, medical records, diagnoses, and discharge plans to ensure compliance with facility policies and applicable standards, including Joint Commission requirements.
- Supervise, assign, and evaluate the work of medical and clinical staff, which may include psychiatrists, physicians, psychologists, social workers, therapists, and support staff.
- Coordinate medical services with other departments and treatment programs.
- Provide clinical education and training through case conferences, grand rounds, and other learning opportunities.
- Participate in clinical and administrative meetings, research initiatives, and program development.
- Develop and implement quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Perform utilization review and management activities.
- Prepare and review medical records, reports, and clinical correspondence.
- Attend court hearings and provide testimony as a state witness when needed.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Board certification in Psychiatry through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, including Adult Psychiatry or Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
- Current medical license to practice medicine and surgery in Connecticut. A temporary license may be accepted for up to one year.
- Must maintain eligibility to participate in federal healthcare programs.
Required Knowledge and Skills
- Strong knowledge of psychiatric care, behavioral health, and substance use disorder treatment.
- Experience assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with complex psychiatric conditions.
- Knowledge of current psychiatric treatment methods, medications, and clinical best practices.
- Ability to evaluate medical, laboratory, and psychological reports and use findings to guide treatment.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
- Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary clinical teams and other healthcare professionals.
- Leadership, administrative, and staff supervision skills.
- Commitment to patient safety, quality care, and continuous improvement.