Principal Psychiatrist

Principal Psychiatrist (DMHAS) Office/On-Site If you are interested in working as a Psychiatrist with DMHAS (full time, part time, or per diem), please contact Kyle St. Jean via email Kyle.StJean@CT.gov. Are you looking to help your state in a time of need? Does a career in state service as a Principal Psychiatrist excite you? If so, come make a difference by serving your state Read below and apply today About DMHAS The State of Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect and self‑sufficiency in those we serve. Compensation & Benefits Thirty thousand dollars ($30,000) may be approved as a recruitment incentive, in addition to the base annual salary. Three thousand dollars ($3,000) annual bonus for physicians who are Board‑Certified in their area of practice. Five thousand dollars ($5,000) annual bonus for physicians with a second board in areas such as forensic psychiatry or addiction psychiatry. Voluntary on‑call coverage and weekend coverage available at additional reimbursement. 16 hours per month paid Continuing Medical Education or Professional Development / Maintenance of Certification. What We Can Offer You Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page. Professional growth and development opportunities. A healthy work/life balance. The Role Dedicated and compassionate Principal Psychiatrist positions, full‑time or part‑time, located throughout the state. Flexible work shifts/schedules to accommodate work‑life balance. Some positions may involve hazardous duty. Opportunities You will be part of a vibrant professional learning community of Board‑Certified Psychiatrists who work together. You will provide support to an agency passionate about improving the lives of those we serve. You will make a difference in the public sector. Facilities Capitol Region Mental Health Center (Hartford) Connecticut Mental Health Center (New Haven) Connecticut Valley Hospital (Middletown and Hartford) River Valley Services (Middletown) Southeastern Mental Health Authority (Norwich) Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System (Bridgeport) Western Connecticut Mental Health Network (Danbury, Torrington, Waterbury) Whiting Forensic Hospital, including Dutcher Services (Middletown) Please Note A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment. All state employees must adhere to Connecticut's Policy for a Drug-Free Workplace. Before You Apply Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the minimum qualifications listed on the job opening by the closing date. Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees accurately. Resume Policy: Resumes are not accepted during the initial application process; additional documentation may be required later. Preferred Shift/Location: Select all desired location(s) and shift(s) on your application. Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. Example of Duties Provide 24‑hour supervision to specified groups of patients and facility coverage, including on‑call and weekend coverage. Make rounds and provide direct care and clinical oversight of multidisciplinary treatment teams. Coordinate work of medical staff with related programs. Review treatment plans, clinical records, diagnoses, and patient discharge plans for adherence to policies and standards. Provide education and training (e.g., grand rounds, case conferences). Assign, oversee and evaluate work of staff and on‑site night duty physicians and/or psychiatrists. Conduct and/or participate in meetings on clinical and administrative policy, research programs, clinical program development and treatment techniques. Assess, examine and evaluate patients for admission or discharge. Diagnose, prescribe appropriate medications and other treatments for psychiatric illnesses and substance abuse disorders. Perform advanced level risk assessments. Consult on difficult and/or complex cases. Develop and implement QA and/or QI process improvement initiatives. Prepare and review reports, medical records and correspondence. Perform utilization review and management functions. Attend court hearings as a state witness. Perform related duties as required. Knowledge, Skill and Ability Considerable knowledge of methods and principles of behavioral health medicine, current principles and methods of assessment and treatment of patients with psychiatric illnesses and substance abuse disorders, recent developments in psychiatry and substance abuse. Considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills. Considerable ability to examine, diagnose, assess and treat patients; prescribe and conduct psychotherapy, medications and other treatments. Ability to develop a collaborative group practice environment with other psychiatrists and interdisciplinary teams; analyze and interpret laboratory reports, imaging and other medical/psychological findings. Administrative and supervisory ability. Minimum Qualifications – General Experience Incumbents must possess and retain certification as a specialist in psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology or board certification in Adult or Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Special Requirements License to practice medicine and surgery in Connecticut; a temporary license may be granted for up to one year. Maintain eligibility for participation in federal health care programs as defined in 42 U.S. 1320a-7b(f). May be required to possess certification as a specialist in an area such as geriatrics, ABI/TBI, forensics, substance abuse, etc. May be required to possess appropriate current licenses, certifications or permits. May be required to be bilingual. Seniority Level Director Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Health Care Provider Industries Government Administration Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. Acknowledgement As defined by Sec. 5‑196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. A job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility. #J-18808-Ljbffr