Psychiatrist

Job TypeFull-timeDescriptionUCFS strives to use person-centered care to improve the health and well-being of everyone in our community. Share in our vision of being Eastern CT’s best choice for patient-centered healthcare!We are currently seeking a Psychiatrist for our Behavioral Health Team. In collaboration with the UCFS Behavioral Health Team, the Psychiatrist is responsible for providing quality client centered psychiatric care services for patients including comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, routine follow ups and emergency interventions. Develop and implement patient psychiatric treatment plans, records, and progress notes per agency policies and procedures and approved protocols developed within the guidelines of the American Psychiatric Association.Expected Schedule: Full-Time, 40 hours/week, Monday through Friday Essential Responsibilities-Provide client centered psychiatric health care for patients including but not limited to:Conducting a psychiatric evaluation including ordering /performing /interpreting screening and diagnostic procedures and testsConducting routine follow-up visits for monitoring prescribed medicationConducting emergency consultation, evaluation or follow up visits as needed Providing treatment according to accepted agency standards, protocols and policiesAssisting in the management of referred and/or complex problemsDocumenting assessment findings, treatment recommendations and plan for continuing care in the clinical recordMaintaining productivity standardsCollaborate with physician, clinicians, other agency providers, clinical support staff, administrative staff and community resources in meeting patient and family needsProvide health promotion, education and counseling for patient/families related to medication, diagnosis, health issues and coping strategiesMaintain accurate, legible medical records and returns all assigned charts or patient data (lab reports, consultations, etc.) to medical records in a timely fashionDemonstrates knowledge and application of principles of fire, safety, infection control, and OHSA guidelines Why UCFS?Our team is passionate about the services we provide and is committed to making a difference for our clients and community. At UCFS, a Federally Qualified Health Center, we specialize in integrated care which means having access to essential services to meet the complex needs of those we serve. We work collaboratively across programs at our agency to remove barriers and streamline access to services including behavioral health services, primary care, dental, case management and more. If you are committed to improving the health and well-being of our community, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.RequirementsEducation and ExperienceDoctor of Medicine License or license eligible in the State of CT with appropriate prescribing credentials and licenses. Relevant experience working with, evaluating and prescribing for clients with mental and behavioral health diagnosisCertificates, Licenses, RegistrationsCT MD LicenseOther Skills And AbilitiesAbility to use MS Office Suite, Internet, and e-mailUCFS Offers a Comprehensive Benefits Package IncludingFlexible schedulesCompetitive salariesFTCA Coverage 5 continuing education paid days off with reimbursement up to $2,500 each year Generous paid time off including 4 weeks' vacation, 4 floating holidays and 10 sick days each yearMedical, dental and vision insurance401(k) plan with 6% employer contributionPaid life and disability insuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Additional voluntary benefits Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibilityNational Health Services Corp. Loan Repayment UCFS is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees as protected by applicable federal and/or state law. #ZR