Medical Director of Psychiatry - Norwich, CT

Comprehensive Psychiatric Care (www.cpccare.com) is an outpatient Psychiatry practice that has served the Eastern Connecticut Community for over 40 years. We are a group of multi-disciplinary mental health providers with a dedication to providing the best patient care possible. We are currently seeking a Medical Director to join our team and oversee both the Providence, RI and Norwich, CT locations! 

Job Description and Schedule: 

• The incoming provider is expected to work primarily at the Norwich, Connecticut clinic location. He/she will oversee the Rhode Island location remotely or periodic visits. 

• 100% outpatient 

• Full-time position – Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm 

• The position will ideally be split between administrative, clinical, research and TMS. 

• No call is associated with this position 

Medical Director Responsibilities (25%): 

• Work alongside the Clinical Director (Dr. Sharif Okasha) and executive Director (Chelsea Humphrey). 

• Oversee a team of 4 APRNs in CT/RI locations (collaborative agreement and consultation) 

Clinical Responsibilities (75%): 

• Average patients per hour – 3-4 

• Typical patient visits are one hour for new initial visits, 20 minutes for follow ups 

• Low acuity cases like: Depression, anxiety, OCD, etc. 

• Ability to do virtual psychiatry in the office 

• Patient ages: All ages (7-EOL) 

• Payer mix: Mostly commercial; however, they accept most insurances 

• EMR: Pimsy 

Research Role (15% of clinical responsibilities): 

• Clinical research – Pharma sponsored (multiple sponsors) 

• Multiple trials at any given point (typically between 5-8) 

• Avg. # of patients in each trial – 10-15 

• Types of cases: Depression, PTSD, OCD, Alzheimer’s, and migraine 

• Administrative Responsibilities: Overseeing the trial, focusing on patient safety, Protocol review 

TMS (15% of clinical responsibilities): 

• 1-2 consults per week 

• 30 min of supervision 

• 1-1.5 hours per week of direct patient care 

• TMS training available 

• 5-10% bonus of compensation based on gross revenue of TMS chair. 

Financial Package and Benefits: 

• $250,000 - $290,000 for full time 

• 5-10% comp based on gross revenue of TMS chair ($10,000 - $38,000 estimated) 

• $25,000 sign on for two-year commitment 

• If full time: Comprehensive benefits package including disability, malpractice insurance, health, vision, dental benefits, and 401k retirement with 1% match. 

Candidate Qualifications: 

• Candidate must be board eligible or board certified. 

• Candidate must be willing to work with a team in a collaborative work environment. 

• Has had past experience with clinical research trials, and/or is interested in being involved in clinical research in the psychiatric field 

• Has had past experience with TMS, and/or is interested in being involved in delivery of TMS 

Please contact Dr. S. Okasha at 860-886-1508, ext 440 or email sokasha@cpccare.com for additional information regarding the position.  

We look forward to your application! 

Refresh Mental Health, a division of Optum Health, is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values a diverse workplace. We are committed to building a team that is inclusive of all people, including those of LGBTQQIA communities, members of all ethnic groups, people with disabilities and medical conditions, foreign-born residents, and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Refresh is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. 

Salary : $250,000 - $290,000