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DestaHealth

Child Psychiatrist (MD, DO)

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What they do

A Psychiatrist diagnoses and treats patients dealing with mental illness. Assesses and treats the mental and physical aspects of psychological problems. Trained and licensed as a physician, and writes prescriptions for patients. Works in clinical settings including hospitals, private practice offices and community health programs.

$226,870 / year median in Connecticut

+0% projected growth

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Job Description

Open Positions:
Child Psychiatrist (MD, DO)
Location:
New Milford, CT Position type: Full-Time Position style: Hybrid (In-Person and Telehealth)
Work Schedule:
5 × 8-hour shifts 4 × 10-hour shifts
Role:
We are looking for compassionate Child Psychiatrist to join our team of highly skilled, outpatient mental health care providers and clinicians. The ideal candidate has experience providing a range of psychiatric assessment, diagnostic, therapeutic, and case management services for individuals, couples, groups, and/or families. We are looking for culturally competent candidates with training and experience for a wide range of patient populations with varied mental health illnesses. Our providers are responsible for intaking and assessing patients, evaluating patient's medical and clinical history, and establishing an individualized treatment plan with pharmaceutical care if clinically appropriate.
Responsibilities:
Build a positive, therapeutic, and trusting clinical relationship with patients. Evaluate the patient's medical and pharmaceutical history, assess the presenting symptoms, and treat mental health illnesses as clinically appropriate. Establish an individualized treatment plan, catered to the specific patient. Provide ongoing engagement and treatment as outlined by the care plan and necessary to the patient for successful clinical outcomes. Prescribe clinically appropriate medicines as necessary to facilitate improvement in mental health diagnoses. Provide case management and coordination of care services as necessary. Continue to evaluate patients' treatment progress and care plan. Consistent, thorough, and timely documentation for treatment plans and ongoing care. Build an outcomes-focused, collaborative care environment for colleagues and patients. Maintain patient confidentiality and an appropriate clinical environment for the patient. Attend and engage in supervision with clinical provider team.
Requirements:
Actively licensed to practice and prescribe in Connecticut. Active DEA license and ability to prescribe controlled substances. Experience providing psychiatric care to children and adolescents Supplemental pay: Productivity bonus available.
Pay:
$300,000.00 - $325,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Professional development assistance Vision insurance
Work Location:
Hybrid remote in New Milford, CT