PSYCHIATRIST

UHS•Summit, NJ

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Summit Oaks Hospital, a 126-bed private acute care hospital and chemical dependency treatment center, is seeking a Psychiatrist. The hospital is fully accredited by the Joint Commission and has been providing quality healthcare to adult, child, and adolescent residents of the northeastern USA since 1902. Summit Oaks has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the nation's best behavioral health hospitals. We value a safe and supportive environment that prioritizes patient care and the nursing profession. Working at Summit Oaks offers the rewarding experience of providing excellent care, comfort, and security to patients and their families during vulnerable times. You will be part of a large, nationwide network of peer nurses and leaders who share knowledge and discuss industry topics. We offer robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement within Universal Health Services (UHS). Our goal is to help you succeed and grow in your profession, fostering a sense of belonging and trust through your expanding experience. At UHS, your voice matters. Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, with a strong record of achievement and performance. As a steadily growing Fortune 500 corporation, UHS reported annual revenues of $11.6 billion in 2020. In 2021, UHS was recognized by Fortune as one of the World's Most Admired Companies, ranked #281 on the Fortune 500 in 2020, and listed #330 in Forbes' ranking of U.S. Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS employs 89,000 people and operates 26 acute care hospitals, 334 behavioral health facilities, 39 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network, and various related services across 38 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. Position Summary: The Psychiatrist will provide psychiatric diagnostic and therapeutic care to patients with mental, emotional, behavioral disorders, and substance use disorders. This role involves assisting in the direction of inpatient and/or outpatient Psychiatric Units. The Psychiatrist will provide senior back-up coverage and weekend coverage as assigned by the Hospital’s Medical Director and/or Hospital’s CEO/Managing Director. Responsibilities include administrative services and carrying an appropriate inpatient and/or outpatient case load as assigned. The Psychiatrist is expected to attend 75% of physician meetings and 75% of MedExec meetings.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited medical school.
Completed residency in psychiatry.
Board Certification required.
5-8 years of Experience.
Experienced in inpatient and outpatient psychiatric care.
Well-developed skills in integrating individual treatment approaches into treatment milieu.
Good working relationships with other attending physicians and staff.
Valid and current license to practice medicine in the State of NJ.
Current narcotics numbers as issued by the State of NJ and USDEA.
Excellent communication/interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Provide psychiatric diagnostic and therapeutic care to patients with mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders and substance use disorders.
Assist in providing direction for inpatient and/or outpatient Psychiatric Units.
Provide senior back-up coverage and weekend coverage as assigned by Hospital’s Medical Director and /or Hospital’s CEO/Managing Director.
Provide administrative services as enumerated.
Carry an appropriate inpatient and/or outpatient case load as assigned by Medical Director and/or Hospital’s CEO/Managing Director.
Attend 75% of physician meetings and 75% of MedExec meetings.