Psychiatrist (MD/DO)

UnitedHealth Group • Mount Airy, MD

1d • $225,000 - $393,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

Carroll Counseling, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Psychiatrist to join our team in Mount Airy, MD. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone. As a Psychiatrist, you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population. We offer a variety of solutions that meet the unique needs of our workforce and the patients they serve. From clinical operations such as credentialing to business operations such as contracting, we provide organizational support that allows our providers to focus on what matters – providing care.

Requirements

• Clear, active and unrestricted Physician license (MD/DO) in the state of MD
• Board certified in psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN)
• Active DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) registration
• Willing to be on-site 3-4 days out the week

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years of clinical experience in an outpatient behavioral health setting
• Experience providing psychotherapy
• Experience working with patients in different age groups
• Experience working with computers for professional communication and medical documentation – Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS (or other EHRs)
• Experience with collaborating with Nurse Practitioners
• Experience treating substance addiction and co-occurring disorders

Responsibilities

• Utilize evidence-based screening tools, medical tests, and diagnostic criteria to diagnose mental health conditions and formulate comprehensive treatment plans
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications per established protocols and clinical guidelines; monitor medication efficacy and side effects, adjusting treatment plans to optimize patient outcomes
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Participate in our patient growth strategy by providing a profile for online directories and other marketing efforts

Benefits

• Competitive salary & eligibility for quarterly incentive bonuses
• Flexible work models & paid time off when you need it
• Health and well-being benefits like health insurance, 401k matching, and other family support and wellness resources
• Professional development with CME reimbursement and dedicated learning time to advance your career
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree