Psychiatrist

Behavioral Health Network, Inc.; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

403(b)

Tuition reimbursement

Medical coverage

Dental

Vision

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Behavioral Health Network, Inc. is seeking a Psychiatrist to join our outpatient and emergency programs in Massachusetts. You will perform comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, develop psychopharmacologic treatment plans, and collaborate with care teams and families.

You will also supervise psychiatric residents and provide clinical consultation to APRNs. Reporting to the Medical Director, you will contribute to high‑quality, compliant care while participating in a supportive, collaborative,

Qualifications

• MD or DO with completed psychiatry residency.
• Massachusetts medical license in good standing.
• Massachusetts Controlled Substances Registration.
• Broad knowledge of mental illness and psychopharmacology.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and formulate clinical plans.
• Evaluate patients for pharmacologic treatment and prescribe per standards.
• Involve families and collateral contacts in treatment planning.
• Document timely, high-quality clinical notes and billing entries.
• Supervise psychiatric residents and mentor APRNs.
• Provide clinical consultation to APRNs on psychiatric care.
• Participate in clinical team meetings and collaborate with care partners.
• Use agency technology and systems to support care quality and teamwork.

Skills

Excellent communication

Collaboration skills

Clinical judgment

Education

MD or DO with Psychiatry residency

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $175,000 USD to $250,000 USD The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is a leading statewide provider of behavioral health services and a Certified Great Place to Work. Since 1938, BHN has helped individuals, families, and communities thrive through compassionate, high-quality care. We are seeking a Psychiatrist for BHN's outpatient and emergency programs. Reporting to the Medical Director, this physician will provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and psychopharmacologic treatment, collaborate with care teams and families, supervise psychiatric residents, and provide clinical consultation to APRNs.

What We Offer:

• Purpose-Driven Clinical Practice - Provide essential psychiatric care that helps individuals and communities thrive.
• Comprehensive Patient Care - Evaluate, diagnose, treat, and support individuals using sound clinical principles and current standards of care.
• Collaborative Care Environment - Partner with clinicians, supervisors, families, collateral contacts, and multidisciplinary care teams.
• Clinical Teaching and Consultation - Supervise psychiatric residents and serve as a trusted clinical resource to APRNs.
• Meaningful Community Impact - Serve challenging and diverse populations across BHN's outpatient and emergency programs.
• Quality-Focused Practice - Contribute to high-quality, compliant care and continuous improvement in daily practice.
• Comprehensive Benefits - Generous PTO, 403(b), tuition reimbursement, medical, dental, vision, employee assistance programs, and more.
• Certified Great Place to Work - Join an organization recognized for creating a positive and engaging employee experience.

What You Will Do:

• Complete comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, including clinical formulations and recommendations grounded in sound clinical principles and judgment.
• Evaluate individuals for psychopharmacologic treatment and prescribe medications in accordance with current standards of care.
• Engage appropriate family members and collateral contacts in treatment planning and care coordination.
• Produce timely, high-quality clinical documentation and bill for services in compliance with applicable rules and regulations.
• Provide clinical supervision to psychiatric residents and support their development within the care environment.
• Offer clinical consultation and guidance to APRNs regarding psychiatric care and treatment needs.
• Participate in clinical team meetings with outpatient clinicians, supervisors, and other care partners.
• Use agency technology and communication systems effectively while contributing to teamwork, service quality, and continuous improvement.

Who You Are:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree with completed residency training in Psychiatry.
• Current Massachusetts medical license as an MD or DO.
• Current Massachusetts Controlled Substances Registration.
• Broad knowledge of mental illness and current psychopharmacologic interventions.
• Willingness and demonstrated ability to treat challenging and diverse populations with sound clinical judgment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, collaboration, interpersonal, and consultation skills.
• Proficiency with clinical and agency technology, along with strong organization, reliability, and openness to technological change.

We Hire for HEART!

Since 1938, BHN has delivered high-quality, culturally responsive behavioral health care to individuals, families, and communities throughout Massachusetts. Our core values - Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork - guide how we lead, how we serve, and how we support one another. If you're ready to make a meaningful difference as part of a mission-driven organization, we’d love to hear from you.

Salary Range: $175,000-$250,000

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