Medical Director - Inpatient Adult Psychiatry | Leadership Role | Shelton, CT

Position: Medical Director - Inpatient Adult PsychiatryLocation: Shelton, ConnecticutType: Full-time, Direct HireSchedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM (approx.)Setting: Inpatient Psychiatric Unit - Adult OnlyOverview: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/weeko Weekend on-site rounding: ~1 weekend/month (with additional pay)o Optional extra weekend coverage available for additional compensationo Holiday rotation: 1 in 6 legal holidaysCompensation:•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. BrowneRequirements:•Board Certification in Psychiatry•Inpatient experience preferred•Leadership/administrative experience is a plus•Eligible for unrestricted medical license in ConnecticutA K A S H M I S H R AThe Provider FinderLead Recruiter843-408-4018 www.wefindproviders.comakash@theproviderfinder.com