Psychiatrist

American Association for Emergency Psychiatry (AAEP); Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Psychiatrist (MD or DO) to join their outpatient team in Pittsburgh. This role involves assessing and treating a diverse patient population, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and managing medication effectively. The successful candidate will have an active Pennsylvania psychiatric license and a strong commitment to patient care.

Qualifications

• Clear and active Psychiatrist License (MD/DO) in Pennsylvania.
• 2+ years of Behavioral Health experience in an outpatient clinical setting preferred.
• Familiarity with electronic health records and professional communication tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical services to patients.
• Conduct outpatient psychiatric evaluations and medication management.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team for treatment plans.

Skills

Psychiatric evaluation

Medication management

Patient care coordination

Education

Psychiatrist License (MD/DO) in Pennsylvania

Board Certified or Pending Board Certification

Tools

Athena

Excel

Outlook

Job description

*Sign On Bonus offered for external candidates*

Relationship Resolutions, part of the Optum family of businesses is seeking a Psychiatrist - MD or DO to join our team in Pittsburgh, PA. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care Team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

Explore opportunities at Optum Behavioral Care. We're revolutionizing behavioral health care delivery for individuals, clinicians and the entire health care system. Together, we are bringing high-end medical service, compassionate care and industry leading solutions to our most vulnerable patient populations. Our holistic approach addresses the physical, mental and social needs of our patients wherever they may be - helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. We're connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across care settings. Join our team, it's your chance to improve the lives of millions while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As a Psychiatrist, you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population. You will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing, treating, and prescribing medications for behavioral health and psychological disorders. This is an outpatient clinical environment where you will interact directly with patients onsite and virtually.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide direct clinical services to patients
• Conduct outpatient psychiatric evaluations and provide ongoing medication management
• Collaborates as a member of multi-disciplinary integrated team for the development and delivery of treatment plans
• Foster excellent provider-patient alliances and coordinate care with external providers
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic records (Athena) and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Clear and active Psychiatrist License (MD/DO) in Pennsylvania or ability to obtain?
• Board-Certified or Pending Board Certification
• Obtain the Federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Registration
• Can commute to the location at least 3 days each week

Preferred Qualification:

• 2+ years of Behavioral Health experience in an outpatient clinical setting
• Experience working with computers for professional communication and medical documentation - Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS (or other EHRs)
• Expertise in treating children, adolescents, and families

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.