Psychiatrist, Adult Service Line

Sheppard Pratt Careers • Towson, MD

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Psychiatrist serves Sheppard Pratt’s Adult Inpatient Service Line in Towson, Maryland, which includes geriatric, crisis stabilization, general adult inpatient, and specialized care units. The role provides expert, evidence-based psychiatric care for adults with acute and complex conditions, with a primary focus on older adults with complex behavioral health needs.

The Psychiatrist performs diagnostic and admission evaluations and risk assessments, manages psychotropic medications, and develops individualized treatment plans. Working with an interdisciplinary team, the Psychiatrist monitors patient progress, adjusts interventions, and supports continuity of care and safe transitions to home or less restrictive settings. The role also participates in quality improvement, clinical education, and a patient-centered, evidence-based care environment.

Requirements

• Board eligible or board certified in Psychiatry.
• Active Maryland medical license, Controlled Substances Registration, and valid DEA Certificate.
• Completion of a residency training program.
• Experience working with patients in acute behavioral health settings.

Nice To Haves

• Fellowship training in Geriatric Psychiatry preferred.
• Two years of experience preferred, including acute psychiatric care and providing care to geriatric populations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, admission evaluations, and admission physicals.
• Perform risk assessments.
• Prescribe and manage medications, including psychotropic medications, and provide individual or group therapies.
• Develop, implement, and adjust individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment strategies as needed.
• Ensure continuity of care and safe transitions to home or less restrictive settings.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to promote coordinated care delivery.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and support clinical education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program.
• Access to free subject-matter experts and reimbursement for licensure and association dues.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 403(b) retirement match.
• Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling.
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Opportunities for student loan forgiveness.
• Grand rounds, CME opportunities, and on-site lectures.
• Opportunity to work with medical students, residents, and fellows.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed