Psychiatrist MD or DO

Optum; Downingtown (Chester County); Hybrid; USD 225,000 - 393,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary incentives

Flexible work model

Health & 401k

CME reimbursement

Job summary

Springfield Behavioral of Pennsylvania, part of the Optum family, seeks a Psychiatrist to join our West Chester, PA team. You'll diagnose and treat a range of mental health conditions, collaborate with clinicians, and support PMHNP colleagues as needed. Initial on-site schedule with potential hybrid care delivery.

The role emphasizes documentation, adherence to guidelines, and patient-centered outcomes, with a focus on building a stable caseload and professional development within Optum.

Qualifications

• Active, clear and unrestricted Physician license (MD/DO) in Pennsylvania
• Board certified in psychiatry by ABPN
• Active DEA registration
• 3+ years of outpatient behavioral health experience

Responsibilities

• Diagnose mental health conditions using evidence-based tools and formulate treatment plans
• Collaborate with clinicians to provide supportive patient care
• Communicate with referral sources to coordinate patient care
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications per guidelines
• Maintain accurate EMRs and comply with regulatory requirements
• Support PMHNP colleagues as a collaborating physician

Skills

Board certification in psychiatry

Active DEA registration

Outpatient behavioral health

Collaboration with clinicians

Education

PA MD/DO license

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Athena RMS (EHR)

Job description

Sign On Bonus offered for external candidates

Springfield Behavioral of Pennsylvania, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Psychiatrist to join our team in West Chester, PA. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

As a Psychiatrist, you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population. We offer a variety of solutions that meet the unique needs of our workforce and the patients they serve. From clinical operations such as credentialing to business operations such as contracting, we provide organizational support that allows our providers to focus on what matters - providing care.

Providers at Springfield Behavioral of Pennsylvania begin with an on-site schedule to support initial patient engagement and caseload development. Once a stable caseload is established, there is flexibility to transition into a hybrid model that includes both in-person and remote care delivery.

Primary Responsibilities

• Utilize evidence-based screening tools, medical tests, and diagnostic criteria to diagnose mental health conditions and formulate comprehensive treatment plans
• Collaborate with clinicians on patient care to provide supportive care to shared patient
• Communicate effectively with referrals sources, i.e., physicians, schools, higher levels of care, etc., when working with their referred patients
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications per established protocols and clinical guidelines; monitor medication efficacy and side effects, adjusting treatment plans to optimize patient outcomes
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Act as Collaborating Physician to PMHNP colleagues and provide appropriate support as needed

Benefits

• Competitive salary & eligibility for quarterly incentive bonuses
• Flexible work models & paid time off when you need it
• Health and well-being benefits like health insurance, 401k matching, and other family support and wellness resources
• Professional development with CME reimbursement and dedicated learning time to advance your career

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

• Clear, active and unrestricted Physician license (MD/DO) in Pennsylvania
• Board certified in psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN)
• Active DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) registration
• 3+ years of clinical experience in an outpatient behavioral health setting

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with patients in different age groups, including children to geriatrics
• Experience working with computers for professional communication and medical documentation - Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS (or other EHRs)

Explore opportunities at Optum Behavioral Care. We're revolutionizing behavioral health care delivery for individuals, clinicians and the entire health care system. Together, we are bringing high-end medical service, compassionate care and industry leading solutions to our most vulnerable patient populations. Our holistic approach addresses the physical, mental and social needs of our patients wherever they may be - helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. We're connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across care settings. Join our team, it's your chance to improve the lives of millions while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $225,00 - $393,500. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.