Psychiatrist Adolescents

Newport Academy; Bethlehem (CT); On-site; USD 250,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport Academy in Bethlehem, CT is seeking a Psychiatrist to guide clinical care for adolescents in a residential setting. You’ll conduct routine and emergency assessments, clarify diagnoses, and develop treatment recommendations while coordinating care before and after discharge.

The role requires MD/DO, state license, active DEA, and board certification in General/Adult Psychiatry (preferredChild & Adolescent Psychiatry). Salary range: $250,000–$280,000 annually.

Qualifications

• MD or DO required.
• Board certification in General/Adult Psychiatry required; Child & Adolescent Psychiatry strongly preferred.
• Licensed in the State you are applying for.
• Active DEA licensure.
• Experience in Residential Treatment Programs and/or PHP/IOP settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the psychiatric care of adolescent clients and provide leadership in wellness pathways.
• Attend weekly Treatment Team Meetings with the Director of Operations, Clinical Director and other team members.
• Document patient encounters through weekly progress notes in the EMR, including safety assessments and parent communications.
• Assist with utilization reviews for clients and provide cross-coverage to the Psychiatry team as needed.
• Maintain excellent communication with clinical team members, outpatient providers, and families; coordinate discharge summaries within 24 hours.

Education

MD/DO

Board Certification in General/Adult Psychiatry

Board Certification in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (preferred)

Job description

What You’ll Do

As our Psychiatrist, you’ll be the guiding light for clients facing mental and emotional challenges. You’ll conduct routine and emergency assessments, provide diagnostic clarification, and develop treatment recommendations while coordinating care before and after discharge. Get ready to embark on a fulfilling journey of healing and growth!

Your Daily Adventures Will Include:

• Care Champion: Oversee the psychiatric care of clients. Your leadership will help them navigate their path to wellness!
• Team Collaborator: Attend weekly Treatment Team Meetings and work closely with our amazing Director of Operations, Clinical Director, and other treatment team members. Your insights will help shape the future of our clients!
• Documentation Dynamo: Keep everything organized by documenting patient encounters through weekly progress notes in our EMR system, as well as safety assessments and phone calls with parents. Your attention to detail will be your superpower!
• Utilization Review Rockstar: Assist with utilization reviews for clients and provide cross-coverage to the Psychiatry team when needed. Flexibility is key, and you’ll be the go-to person when the team needs support!
• Communication Guru: Maintain excellent communication with other clinical team members, outpatient providers, and family members. You’ll be the bridge that connects everyone!
• Discharge Specialist: Complete discharge recommendation assessments as part of collaborative discharge summaries within 24 hours. Your timely input will ensure smooth transitions for our clients!
• Collaborative Environment: Work in a dynamic team setting, maintaining the requirements of Physician Collaborative Agreements, if applicable. Together, we can achieve great things!

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Doctorate in Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) required.
• Board Certified in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry strongly preferred, Board Certification in General/Adult Psychiatry required.
• Experience in adolescent/young adult psychiatry required.
• Licensed in the State for which you are applying required.
• Active DEA licensure.
• Experience in Residential Treatment Programs and/or PHP/IOP settings strongly preferred.
• Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in assigned unit. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in Newport Healthcare’s policies and procedures.

Compensation for this role ranges from $250,000k - $280,000k annually, based on education & years of experience.

We are committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation. An individual’s pay salary within the posted range is determined by several factors, including skills, experience, education, and market conditions. Additionally, we consider internal equity to ensure fairness within our organization.

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Additional Details

Excellent opportunity to provide services for Adolescents in Residential Treatment Program in Bethlehem, CT.