Location: Shelton, Connecticut
Type: Full-time, Direct Hire
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM (approx.)
Setting: Inpatient Psychiatric Unit - Adult Only
Overview:
A leading community hospital in Shelton, CT, is actively seeking a Board-Certified Psychiatrist to serve as Medical Director for its 14-bed inpatient adult psychiatric unit . This is a key leadership role with a healthy balance of clinical and administrative responsibilities.
Position Highlights:
Daily Census: 14 adult patients (full census)
Team Structure: Oversee care team including psychiatrists, APRNs (inpatient & med floor consults)
Clinical Duties: Minimum of 10 patients/day, mostly clinical time
Administrative Time: Variable depending on unit needs and committee involvement
Call Schedule:
o Weekday phone-only call: 1 night/week
o Weekend on-site rounding: 1 weekend/month (with additional pay)
o Optional extra weekend coverage available for additional compensation
o Holiday rotation: 1 in 6 legal holidays
Compensation:
Competitive salary and benefits
Additional compensation for weekend on-site rounding
Compensation details to be discussed directly in a Zoom call with the CMO, Dr. Browne
Requirements:
Board Certification in Psychiatry
Inpatient experience preferred
Leadership/administrative experience is a plus
Eligible for unrestricted medical license in Connecticut
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