Psychiatrist, Adult Service Line

Sheppard Pratt Careers; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 240,000 - 285,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Licensure/association dues reimbursed

403b retirement match

Generous paid time off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Student loan forgiveness

Grand rounds, CME opportunities

On-site lectures

Job summary

The Adult Inpatient Service Line at Sheppard Pratt in Towson, MD, seeks a Psychiatrist to provide expert psychiatric care for adults with acute conditions. Responsibilities include comprehensive evaluations, medication management, and collaborative treatment planning with a multidisciplinary team.

Applicants must have Maryland license with DEA, Board eligibility or certification in Psychiatry, and completion of residency.

Qualifications

• Board eligible or board certified in Psychiatry.
• Maryland medical license with Controlled Substances Registration and valid DEA certificate.
• Completion of a residency training program.
• Two years of experience preferred, including acute psychiatric care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and admission physicals.
• Prescribe and manage medications and provide individual or group therapies.
• Develop, implement, and adjust individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment strategies as needed.
• Ensure continuity of care and safe transitions to home or less restrictive settings.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to promote seamless care delivery.

Skills

Board eligible or board certified in a

Education

Doctorate or better

Job description

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Locations

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Hospital - Towson
Towson, MD 21204, USA

• On-site
• Physicians & Psychologists
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: PSYCH012934

Description

The Adult Inpatient Service Line at Sheppard Pratt in Towson, MD includes a Crisis Stabilization Unit, General Adult Inpatient Units, and specialized care programs. These units provide comprehensive, evidence-based psychiatric care for adults experiencing acute mental health conditions.

What to expect:

The Psychiatrist on Sheppard Pratt’s Adult Inpatient Service Line provides expert psychiatric care for adults with complex and acute psychiatric conditions. This role involves performing comprehensive diagnostic assessments, admission evaluations, and risk assessments; prescribing and managing psychotropic medications; and developing individualized treatment plans. The Psychiatrist collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to monitor patient progress, adjust treatment interventions, and ensure continuity of care.

In addition to direct patient care, the Psychiatrist participates in quality improvement initiatives, supports clinical education, and promotes a culture of patient-centered, evidence-based care. This role requires strong clinical judgment, leadership, and communication skills to coordinate care for adults in acute inpatient settings.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and admission physicals.
• Prescribe and manage medications and provide individual or group therapies.
• Develop, implement, and adjust individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment strategies as needed.
• Ensure continuity of care and safe transitions to home or less restrictive settings.
• Collaborate effectively with the multidisciplinary team to promote seamless care delivery.

What you’ll get from us:

At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:

• An opportunity to provide quality mental health care services in a physician-led organization.
• A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program, access to free SMEs and reimbursement for licensure and association dues.
• 403b retirement match.
• Generous paid-time-off and flexible scheduling.
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program. (EAP)
• Opportunities for student loan forgiveness.
• Grand rounds, CME opportunities, and on-site lectures.
• An opportunity work with trainees including medical students, residents, and fellows.

What we need from you:

• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Psychiatry.
• Active Maryland medical license with Controlled Substances Registration and valid DEA Certificate.
• Completion of a residency training program.
• Two years of experience preferred, including acute psychiatric care.
• Experience working with patients in acute behavioral health settings.

The base pay range for this position is $240,000 minimum to $285,000 maximum.Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, board certifications and years and level of related experience.

WHY SHEPPARD PRATT?
At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individual’s facing life’s challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!

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Qualifications

Education

Required

Doctorate or better.

Experience

Required

Maryland Controlled Substances Registration and valid DEA Certificate.

Active medical license in the state of Maryland.

Board Eligible or Board Certified in Psychiatry.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

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