Psychiatrist-Associate Chair of Psychiatry

Optum; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic physician leader to join their Leadership Team. This role combines clinical expertise with business acumen to enhance healthcare delivery across two major organizations in Massachusetts. You'll be responsible for leading clinical operations, advocating for patient needs, and developing effective strategies to improve patient outcomes. With a focus on quality over quantity, this position offers a straight salary, dedicated CME time, and a robust benefits package, making it an attractive opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in healthcare.

Benefits

Dedicated CME time and allowance

Excellent PTO package

Robust retirement package

Company paid malpractice insurance

Physician partnership opportunities

Qualifications

• MD or DO with experience in leading psychiatry clinicians.
• Board Certification in Child/Adolescent or General Adult Psychiatry.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex situations and develop effective strategies.
• Lead clinical operations and monitor patient outcomes.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Clinical Expertise

Strategic Planning

Financial Management

Patient Advocacy

Education

MD or DO

Board Certification in Psychiatry

Eligibility for Massachusetts Licensure

Job description

Atrius Health/Reliant Medical Group, part of the Optum family of businesses is seeking a dynamic, highly skilled, and experienced physician leader. As a key member of our Leadership Team, you will combine clinical expertise with business acumen to drive effective healthcare leadership across our two Massachusetts care delivery organizations. Serving the eastern and central regions of the state, Atrius Health and Reliant Medical Group care for nearly a million adults and children in 40 service locations.



Position Highlights:

• Analyze complex situations and develop effective strategies


• Contribute to Service Line strategy development, setting goals and metrics


• Lead clinical operations, bridging the gap between medical practice and administrative functions


• Monitor patient outcomes and identify areas for improvement


• Advocate for patient needs


• Forecast budget needs and manage financial performance


• Collaborate with a talented team of professionals


• 0.5 FTE for administrative duties (20 hours weekly) and 0.5 FTE for Direct Patient Care duties (20 hours weekly)

Compensation & Benefits Highlights:

• Straight salary based on quality, not quantity


• Dedicated CME time and allowance


• Excellent PTO package


• Robust retirement package including employer funded contributions


• Company paid malpractice insurance and tail coverage


• Physician partnership opportunities within OptumCare

Required Qualifications:

• MD or DO with experience leading MD and APC psychiatry clinicians


• Board Certification in Child/Adolescent Psychiatry or General Adult Psychiatry


• Eligibility for full licensure in state of Massachusetts


• Basic Life Support (BLS)


• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty

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