Psychiatry position in: Westport, CT

Psychiatry Medical Director Location: Westport, Connecticut Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry • Leadership opportunity for a Psychiatrist to serve as Medical Director of an Adult Mood Disorders Inpatient Unit. • Provide clinical leadership, program development, and direct inpatient psychiatric care. • Treat adult patients experiencing mood, anxiety, and trauma-related disorders. • Lead and collaborate with an experienced multidisciplinary treatment team. • Participate in resident supervision, medical student teaching, and faculty development. • Opportunity for an academic appointment with a medical school. • Dedicated academic time through the Psychiatry Residency Program. • Contribute to academic advancement, clinical excellence, and the development of future psychiatrists. • Work within a comprehensive behavioral health system offering a continuum of psychiatric services, including: o Adult inpatient psychiatric services. o Dual diagnosis treatment. o Child and adolescent inpatient services. o Emergency department and consult-liaison psychiatry. o Geriatric psychiatry. o Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP). o Outpatient behavioral health clinics. • Schedule: Monday through Friday. • No required after-hours call. • Optional moonlighting opportunities for additional income. • Access to provider leadership development and professional wellness programs. Compensation and Benefits • Competitive compensation package with salaried employment. • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. • 401(k) with employer matching. • Generous paid time off. • CME allowance and dedicated CME time. • Short-term and long-term disability coverage. • Malpractice coverage. • Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). • Potential additional compensation, incentives, loan repayment, administrative stipends, or relocation assistance, depending on qualifications and other factors. Qualifications • MD or DO degree. • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry. • Eligible for an unrestricted Connecticut medical license. • Interest in academic psychiatry, teaching, and clinical leadership. • Commitment to patient-centered, evidence-based behavioral healthcare. Location Highlights • Located in Westport, Connecticut, in Fairfield County. • Convenient access to New York City and Boston. • Coastal community offering cultural attractions, recreational opportunities, and highly regarded schools. • Offers a balance of professional opportunities and quality of life.