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The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) has an anticipated opening for a dedicated and compassionate individual to join our team in Old Saybrook as Staff Psychiatrist to improve the well-being of our clients/patient

 

Additional Compensation Bonus Eligibility

 

  • Thirty thousand dollars ($30,000) may be approved as a recruitment incentive, in addition to the base annual salary.
  • Voluntary on-call coverage and weekend coverage are available at additional reimbursement.   
  • 16 hours per month paid Continuing Medical Education or Professional Development / Maintenance of Certification.
  • Offer H1B assistance available. 

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

  • FACILITY: River Valley Services (RVS)
  • TEAM: Lower County Clinical Team (LCCT) 
  • PROGRAM: Community Support Program (CSP) 
  • LOCATION: Old Saybrook, CT
  • SCHEDULE: First shift - 40 hours

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.  

 

This position is outpatient and on call is not required.  Each team provides deep support via integrated robust resources including case managers, clinicians, SUD counselors, nurses, recovery support specialists; and there are many additional onsite RVS resources e.g. admission team, housing assistance, employment assistance, OT assessments, etc. for our clients.   

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

 

 

AS A STAFF PSYCHIATRIST

 

  • You will be part of a vibrant professional learning community of professionals who work together;
  • You will provide support to an agency that is passionate about improving the lives of those we serve; and
  • You will make a difference in the public sector!

 

We strive to empower our staff to actively help our state's citizens and our neighbors who need it the most! We care deeply about fulfilling our mission to partner with the individuals we support and their families. We welcome you to be a part of a comprehensive team of caring professionals and assist our clients/patients so they can achieve success. You will experience the opportunity to make a difference in the public sector as well as Make a difference as a Staff Psychiatrist for the State of Connecticut! 

 

DMHAS PSYCHIATRIST TESTIMONIAL 

“If you love psychiatry, the DMHAS patient population will offer a unique learning and practice experience, exposure to a variety of disorders and people who need help, support, people who have very little.  I have been lucky to work with people who are dedicated, selfless and willing to go the extra mile, grounded and with good work ethic.” -Dr. M. Patrascu

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Graduation from an Accredited Council of Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) psychiatric residency program.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license to practice medicine and surgery in Connecticut. A temporary license may be granted for a period not to exceed one (1) year.
  • Incumbents in this class must obtain certification as a specialist in psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology within five years of appointment to this class OR demonstrate continued competency and proficiency in the practice of psychiatry by successfully completing an established agency program.
  • Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain eligibility for participation in federal health care programs as defined in 42 U.S. 1320a-7b(f).