Psychiatry Opening in New Britain, CT
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Psychiatric-Mental Health
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
New Britain, Connecticut, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
1/24/25
Associate Medical Director of Psychiatry opening in Connecticut
Located in New Britain, CT - Hartford 10m
Full-time, permanent position
Position Details:
- Provide psychiatric services for adult, adolescent and child clients on in-patient units, and for the partial hospitalization programs.
- Provide direct patient services including diagnostic admission evaluations, psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy, as appropriate.
- Works within a multi-disciplinary treatment team and may act as a clinical team leader for the coordination and supervision of care provided across clinical disciplines. In this role, the Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist will provide guidance and leadership to other clinicians on the team in formulating and implementing the treatment plan.
- Completes timely documentation of assessments, clinical interventions and discharge summaries and updates records as specified in medical staff regulations.
- Monitor risk indicators and act to address risk management issues in a timely manner to ensure client, staff and visitor safety, and to safeguard the Hospital from adverse events. Includes consultation with peers and acting as a resource/consultant to other members of the treatment team.
- Adheres to prescribing practices that are safe and evidence based. Obtains appropriate and informed consent for medications trials prior to prescribing.
- Acts as liaison and communicates effectively with outside providers, primary care physicians, schools and family members as needed.
- Group will provide rotational coverage to ensure continuity of psychiatric coverage/consultation services during, day time hours, nights, weekends, vacations and holidays. Will ensure coverage has been appropriately scheduled during own absences.
- Provide supervision to selected non-physician health professionals.
- Participates in Medical Staff Committees and meetings as specified in Medical Staff regulations.
- Oversight of psychiatric Consult and liaison services for the local general hospital
- Supervision of clinical training in community psychiatry for fellows, residents and students rotating through this site.
- We prioritize your development and wellbeing through the respected Provider Leadership Development Institute and the groundbreaking Office of Provider Wellness
- Competitive salary plus comprehensive benefits including low cost, high quality medical/dental, STD/LTD, matching 401(k), generous paid time off, CME, and more
- Eligibility to apply for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
About the Facility:
Facility's network employs over 2,500 providers in over 400 practice locations throughout Connecticut, seven acute care hospitals including one of the largest academic and surgical hospitals in the northeast, thriving community teaching hospitals, and one of the largest, physician-led, multi-specialty medical groups in New England.
New Britain, CT, is a vibrant city known for its rich cultural heritage and strong sense of community, offering a comfortable and dynamic living environment. Just a short drive from Hartford, residents of New Britain can easily access the state capital's extensive professional opportunities, cultural institutions, and entertainment options. The city itself is home to the renowned New Britain Museum of American Art and Central Connecticut State University, adding to its cultural and educational appeal. With numerous parks, a variety of dining and shopping options, and a diverse community, New Britain provides a lively and convenient place to live, all while being closely connected to the amenities of Hartford.