Psychiatrist - Clinical Care & Residency Education

Wheeler•Waterbury, CT

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Psychiatrist functions as a key member of a multi-disciplinary team, applying psychiatric knowledge and clinical skills to provide high-quality, evidence-based care to children and adult clients. This role involves a 50/50 split between direct patient care and Nurse Practitioner resident education. The Psychiatrist will provide comprehensive psychiatric services for approximately 50% of their time and dedicate the remaining 50% to teaching and mentoring psychiatry APRN residents. Responsibilities include clinical instruction, case consultation, modeling best practices, supporting professional development, and contributing to an academic learning environment that promotes excellence in community psychiatry. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), Wheeler Health offers the opportunity to practice mission-driven, community-based psychiatry while contributing to the training of the next generation of physicians.

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine with relevant Board Certification or Board eligibility by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology is required.
Licensed physician in the State of Connecticut.
Active DEA controlled substance registration and an active Connecticut controlled substance registration.

Responsibilities

Conducts program specific screening and evaluation, and formulates diagnoses in accordance with the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM).
Develops and documents clear clinical formulations and treatment plans that are individualized and measureable, developed in collaboration with the client/family and others, as relevant.
Demonstrates knowledge of psychopathology and other behavioral concerns and primary modalities of psycho-therapeutic intervention.
Triages clinical emergencies and implements program specific safety and consultation protocols.
Utilizes best practice and evidence-based practice models where appropriate and adheres to model and program expectations.
Demonstrates knowledge of internal and external levels of care, referral processes and resources.
Makes clinically appropriate referrals for identified service needs in a timely manner.
Identifies potential risk factors and takes measures to reduce those risks in the milieu through reinforcement of positive and safe behaviors, trauma-informed and relationally-based therapeutic interventions, and reports of suspected child abuse/neglect, according to agency policies and procedures.
Trains and participates in emergency safety interventions authorized and approved by the agency, when a student presents with an imminent safety concern.
Communicates in a positive, effective manner with clients, families and all internal and external providers.
Attends any required meetings.
Meets direct service productivity goals as defined by program.
Demonstrates knowledge of program/department/agency goals and target outcomes, adheres to practice standards, data collection and reporting protocols.
Documents all client-related information in compliance with agency policy.
Attends and is prepared for scheduled supervision.
Seeks additional supervision or consultation as needed and follows through with supervisory directives.
Provides service in the office and/or community settings outside of the office (e.g., homes, schools, hospitals, institutions, other community locations) as defined by the program.
Transports youth to appointments and activities.
Maintains required license and certifications.
Reports child abuse/neglect as mandated, adheres to confidentiality guidelines and meets all necessary licensing, regulatory and accreditation standards, as related to the program, staff, records and care of youth.
May provide clinical supervision, training and leadership, as well as assumes additional responsibility within the program.
Demonstrates clinical competence in a congregate care setting as evidenced by teaming skills, knowledge of milieu-based programming, trauma-informed care, trauma-focused treatment, developmentally and gender sensitive care, and relational practices, as well as documentation and regulatory requirements.
Continues to develop knowledge and understanding about the history, traditions, values, family systems, and artistic expression of groups served as well as uses appropriate methodological approaches, skills, and techniques that reflect an understanding of culture.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and prescription insurance through Centivo
Comprehensive dental and vision insurance through Cigna
Access to wellness programs to support your physical and mental health
Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
403(b) Plan, with contributions from the company
Education Reimbursement Program
Access training and development opportunities
Qualify for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) loan repayment programs
Reimbursed for licensure/certification expenses
15 vacation days per year
8 sick days per year
2 personal days per year
2 floating holidays per year
9 paid company holidays
Access free and confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)