Position : Medical Director - Inpatient Adult Psychiatry
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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