Psychiatrist – Medical Director - Adult Mood Disorders Unit - Westport, CT
About The Position
Hartford HealthCare's The Shores Mental Health, the flagship behavioral health service line of Hartford Healthcare’s Fairfield region and primary teaching hospital for Quinnipiac University’s Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine, is seeking a Medical Director for our Adult Mood Disorders Inpatient Unit. This role involves leading a dedicated multidisciplinary team, shaping the next generation of psychiatrists through resident and medical student education, and playing an integral role in patient care, faculty development, and academic advancement within one of New England's largest and most comprehensive behavioral health systems. The position offers a Monday through Friday schedule with no required after-hours call, and optional moonlighting opportunities.
Requirements
- MD or DO degree
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
- Eligible for unrestricted Connecticut medical license
- Interest in academic psychiatry, teaching, and leadership
- Commitment to patient-centered, evidence-based behavioral healthcare
Responsibilities
- Lead and collaborate with an experienced multidisciplinary treatment team
- Provide direct inpatient psychiatric care to adults experiencing mood, anxiety, and trauma-related disorders
- Participate in resident supervision and medical student teaching
- Serve as the clinical leader of the Adult Mood Disorders Unit
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
- Matching 401(k)
- Generous paid time off
- CME allowance and dedicated CME time
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Malpractice coverage
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- Academic appointment eligibility through Quinnipiac University's Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine
- Dedicated academic time with Hartford HealthCare's Psychiatry Residency Program
- Access to Hartford HealthCare's Provider Leadership Development Institute and Office of Provider Wellness
- Optional moonlighting opportunities for additional income
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
