Psychiatrist | Shelton, Connecticut

The Provider Finder•New Haven, CT

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This opportunity is with a respected non-profit, Yale-affiliated healthcare organization serving communities throughout Connecticut. Recognized for its commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and patient-centered care, the organization provides comprehensive behavioral health services within an integrated healthcare model. The health system maintains strong academic affiliations and offers physicians access to a collaborative environment that emphasizes evidence-based medicine, professional development, and high-quality patient outcomes. Behavioral health services are supported by multidisciplinary teams including psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, social workers, primary care providers, and care coordinators, ensuring comprehensive care for patients across the continuum of mental health needs. The organization is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Psychiatrist to join its growing behavioral health team in Shelton, Connecticut. This full-time, permanent position offers a balanced schedule with primarily outpatient responsibilities and limited call coverage. The psychiatrist will work closely with an experienced team of clinicians to provide comprehensive psychiatric care in a supportive, collaborative, and academically affiliated environment. Both experienced psychiatrists and early-career physicians are encouraged to apply!

Requirements

MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
Completion of an accredited Psychiatry Residency Program
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
Eligible for Connecticut medical licensure

Nice To Haves

Prior clinical experience preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and assessments
Provide ongoing medication management and psychiatric treatment planning
Diagnose and treat a broad spectrum of psychiatric disorders using evidence-based practices
Collaborate with therapists, primary care providers, social workers, and other specialists to coordinate patient care
Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs
Provide crisis intervention and risk assessments when appropriate
Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, medications, and wellness strategies
Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR)
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, peer review activities, and quality improvement initiatives
Support organizational goals related to patient satisfaction, quality outcomes, and behavioral health integration
Remain current with developments in psychiatry through continuing medical education and professional development activities