Psychiatrist, Dept of Psychiatry&Behavioral Neurosci, Freeman Center for Developmental Disabilities

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Robust retirement plans

Real work-life balance

Comprehensive health coverage

Job summary

The University of Cincinnati College of Medicine invites applications for a Psychiatrist in the Freeman Center for Developmental Disabilities. The appointment will be at the Assistant, Associate, or Professor level, commensurate with experience.

The role focuses on outpatient care, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and opportunities for leadership and clinical research within UC Health facilities.

Qualifications

• MD/DO or equivalent degree required.
• Ohio Medical License required.
• Completion of a 4-year Psychiatry residency required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in an outpatient setting.
• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations & assessments for new & returning outpatients.
• Develop & implement individualized treatment plans, including medication management & psychotherapy as appropriate.
• Provide crisis intervention & stabilization for acute psychiatric conditions presenting in the outpatient setting.
• Communicate clinical findings, treatment recommendations, and clinically significant changes in patient status to relevant members of the treatment team in accordance with applicable privacy and documentation standards.
• Collaborate with Freeman Center multidisciplinary team members and other referring or treating professionals to coordinate care and support continuity of treatment.
• Engage in continuous professional development & stay current with advancements in the field of psychiatry.
• Teach medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Opportunity for administrative and leadership roles, participation in quality improvement, peer supervision, and formal mentorship.
• Opportunities for clinical research at various UC Health facilities, hospitals, and other local health care systems.

Education

MD/DO or equivalent degree

Ohio Medical License

Completion of a 4-year Psychiatry residency

Job description

Psychiatrist, Dept of Psychiatry&Behavioral Neurosci, Freeman Center for Developmental Disabilities Job Description Job Alerts Link Job Title: Psychiatrist, Dept of Psychiatry&Behavioral Neurosci, Freeman Center for Developmental Disabilities Posting Start Date: 9/22/26 Work Arrangement: Onsite

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors

Faculty rank and compensation will be based on experience and academic credentials.

Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country."

UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.

Job Overview

As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the UC College of Medicine has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improve the health and clinical care of patients.

The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience is dedicated to high quality medical student, resident, and fellow education, excellence in patient care, and advancing the science in psychiatry and behavioral neurosciences through clinical trials and ongoing collaborative research.

The Freeman Center for Developmental Disabilities offers coordinated, person-centered care for adults with developmental disabilities. Our expert team provides primary care, behavioral health, psychiatry, physical medicine and rehabilitation, nurse care coordination, social work and dietary support in an accessible setting, so patients have coordinated care plans and fewer separate visits.

The College of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience is recruiting for a Psychiatrist at the Assistant, Associate or Professor level to provide care at the Freeman Center. The final rank and title of the appointment will be commensurate with the experience and professional accomplishments of the selected applicant. Medical Director and leadership opportunities may be available for qualified candidates.

Essential Functions

• Provide direct patient care in an outpatient setting.
• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations & assessments for new & returning outpatients.
• Develop & implement individualized treatment plans, including medication management & psychotherapy as appropriate.
• Provide crisis intervention & stabilization for acute psychiatric conditions presenting in the outpatient setting.
• Communicate clinical findings, treatment recommendations, and clinically significant changes in patient status to relevant members of the treatment team in accordance with applicable privacy and documentation standards
• Collaborate with Freeman Center multidisciplinary team members and other referring or treating professionals to coordinate care and support continuity of treatment.

• Engage in continuous professional development & stay current with advancements in the field of psychiatry.
• Teach medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Opportunity for administrative and leadership roles, participation in quality improvement, peer supervision, and formal mentorship.
• Opportunities for clinical research at various UC Health facilities, hospitals, and other local health care systems.

Minimum Requirements

Prior to effective date of appointment, must have all of the following:

• MD/DO or equivalent degree
• Ohio Medical License
• Completion of a 4-year Psychiatry residency

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Board eligible/board certified in General Psychiatry
• Experience providing psychiatric assessment and evidence-based treatment in an outpatient clinical setting.
• Specialized training or professional experience in the field of developmental psychiatry
• Demonstrated expertise or substantial clinical experience in the care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and co-occurring psychiatric conditions.
• Experience working in an academic medical center, hospital-based outpatient practice, or interdisciplinary health care environment.
• Interest or experience in clinical program development, measurement-based care, quality improvement, education, or collaborative scholarship.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

Salary Information:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

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