Pediatric Psychiatrist jobs in Hamden, CT

Psychiatrist

POSITION SUMMARY: Provide assessment and medication management and associated administrative functions for BHcare clients.

As a dedicated member of our team, you'll be at the forefront of providing critical care to our clients. Your role encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, starting with conducting initial evaluations and ensuring ongoing psychotropic medication management in strict accordance with recognized guidelines. Your expertise may extend to Suboxone inductions, offering essential support and oversight to clients on their recovery journey.

Your meticulous documentation skills will be key, as you complete initial assessments and progress notes in adherence to BHcare policy. Collaboration is at the heart of your role, as you actively engage with fellow psychiatrists, prescribers, nurses, clinicians, and case workers in both formal and informal settings.

Together, you'll shape improved performance standards to enhance the quality of care we provide.

You'll be a lifeline for our clients, offering telephone on-call service back-up and ensuring their needs are met promptly. Additionally, you'll play a crucial role in treatment planning, reviewing and signing off on vital documents, from evaluations to nursing orders. Your proficiency in electronic health record systems and online prescribing platforms will be essential tools in your daily work.

Beyond your clinical duties, you'll take on supervisory responsibilities, guiding and mentoring colleagues in accordance with organizational policies and legal requirements. Upholding agency policies and compliance with accreditation standards and licensing boards will be second nature to you.

Your commitment to professional growth will be evident as you attend training sessions, workshops, and seminars, ensuring you're at the forefront of best practices. You'll also be an active participant in internal and external committees, contributing to the overall success of our organization.
Lastly, your regular and consistent attendance is foundational to the success of this position. Your willingness to use your own vehicle for company business underscores your dedication to our mission. Embracing additional duties as assigned, you'll be an invaluable asset to our team and the clients we serve.

BHcare

Caring for our community through all stages of life.

Who We Are

BHcare is a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic that offers a comprehensive and integrated system of care with wrap-around services for adults, children and families struggling with mental health, substance use, domestic violence, and other health-risk behaviors.

We employ a diverse and dedicated group of professionals that create and sustain programs to rebuild and change the lives of those who walk through our doors each day. We are devoted to helping our clients live to their full potential as happy, healthy and active members of our community.

Why BHcare?

Our culture and benefits are designed to promote your well-being and help you achieve a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits to full-time (30 hours per week) employees:

• Flexible work schedule
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, personal and 8 holidays)
• Health & Dental insurance
• Dependent care accounts
• Medical flexible spending accounts
• Paid family leave
• LTD & Disability coverage
• Life & AD&D
• Supplemental insurance including STD, Cancer, Accident and Critical Illness
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) retirement plans with 4% employer match
• Career advancement opportunities
• Employee referral program
• Staff events and activities

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Psychiatrist with a graduate degree from an accredited College or University School of Medicine. Board-eligible or Board-certified in psychiatry. Board Certified in Addictions or Addiction experience or training preferred.
• Experience with Suboxone including residency/internship is highly preferred. Ability to obtain and/or maintain a Drug Addiction Treatment Act of 2000 (Suboxone) waiver (DATA 2000 waiver) preferred.
• Must have working knowledge of computer applications, and ability to navigate through electronic health record.
• Current Physicians License, State of Connecticut
• Drug Enforcement Administration Registration Certificate
• Connecticut Controlled Substance Prescription Registration