Psychiatrist- Medical Director
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Psychiatrist - Medical Director (Flexible Schedule, No Weekends)
Putnam, CT | Monday-Friday, Daytime Hours
About the Opportunity
Join a mission-driven, Federally Qualified Health Center dedicated to providing comprehensive care to underserved communities across a 37-town region in eastern Connecticut. This respected community health organization offers integrated services, including primary medical, dental, and behavioral health care. As the Behavioral Health Medical Director, you will lead a dynamic team, providing both clinical and administrative expertise in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Position Overview
In this full-time outpatient leadership role, you'll spend approximately 80% of your time delivering direct psychiatric care and 20% on medical leadership duties. You'll provide comprehensive services, including evaluations, medication management, and treatment planning for both adults and children. You will also oversee psychiatric service quality, supervise providers, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to align care with the organization’s mission.
Position Highlights
- ✓ Flexible Monday-Friday schedule, no weekend shifts
- ✓ Minimal, phone-only on-call duties
- ✓ Leadership role with both clinical and administrative responsibilities
- ✓ Opportunity to engage in teaching initiatives and academic partnerships
- ✓ Supportive team environment with strong administrative backing
- ✓ Influence the direction of behavioral health services
Compensation & Benefits
- ✓ Competitive base salary starting at $266,000+
- ✓ Free medical insurance for employees
- ✓ Dental and vision coverage
- ✓ Life and disability insurance
- ✓ 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions
- ✓ Five weeks of paid time off, plus nine paid holidays
- ✓ Eligibility for federal and state loan repayment programs
- ✓ Professional development support: 4 CME days, $1,500 CME funding, $1,000 for additional expenses
- ✓ Malpractice coverage
- ✓ Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a compassionate and collaborative physician leader with a passion for community behavioral healthcare. You'll thrive in this role if you are board-certified or board-eligible in psychiatry, with a commitment to improving access to high-quality psychiatric services.
Next Steps
Interested in making a meaningful impact in community health? Apply now to join this dedicated team. Candidates can expect a streamlined interview process focused on your experience and alignment with our mission.
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