Psychiatrist MD or DO
About The Position
Springfield Behavioral of Pennsylvania, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Psychiatrist to join our team in North Wales, PA. 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. We are committed to your well-being and growth, offering a comprehensive package of perks and benefits with varying eligibility based on role, including: 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 You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Requirements
- Clear, active and unrestricted Physician license (MD/DO) in the state of Pennsylvania
- Board certified in psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN)
- Active DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) registration
Nice To Haves
- 3+ years of clinical experience in an outpatient behavioral health setting
- Experience working with patients in different age groups, including children through geriatrics
- Experience working with computers for professional communication and medical documentation - Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS (or other EHRs)
Responsibilities
- Utilize evidence-based screening tools, medical tests, and diagnostic criteria to diagnose mental health conditions and formulate comprehensive treatment plans
- Collaborate with clinicians on patient care to provide supportive care to shared patient
- 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
- Act as collaborating physician to PMHNP colleagues and provide appropriate support as needed
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
