Psychiatrist Assistant Medical Director

Our client is looking for an Assistant Psychiatrist Medical Director to join their team! 
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide initial (medical and/or behavioral health) evaluations and ongoing psychotropic medication management according to recognized guidelines.
• May provide Suboxone inductions and ongoing prescribing and monitoring of Suboxone clients.
• Complete initial assessment and progress notes according to our client's policy.
• Maintain active clinical collaborations with other psychiatrists/prescribers, nurses and clinicians and case workers at our client's facility to be carried out in formal and informal meetings.
• Work closely with all clinical providers to participate in the production of improved performance standards.
• Provide telephone on-call service back-up for clients (may participate in the monthly On- Call Back-up).
• Review and prepare treatment plans for clients.
• Review/sign all treatment plans, APRN initial evaluations, clinician psychiatric evaluations, home care nursing orders, and complete all other required documentation.
• Complete physician emergency certificate when indicated.
• Document in and utilize electronic health record system (CareLogic) and on-line prescribing system (Doctor First, Quest E-laboratory prescribing).
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Adhere to agency policies and procedures, including ongoing compliance with accreditation standards and licensing board.
• Serve on internal and external committees as required.
• Meet productivity standards.
• Attend training sessions, workshops, and seminars as requested by supervisor, or as needed for professional development, or as required for accreditation or licensing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• May be required to use own vehicle on company business.
• Regular and consistent attendance is an essential function of this position.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Psychiatrist with a graduate degree from an accredited College or University School of Medicine. Board-eligible or Board-certified in psychiatry. Board Certified in Addictions or Addiction experience or training preferred.
• Physician’s License, State of Connecticut
• Drug Enforcement Administration Registration Certificate
• Connecticut Controlled Substance Prescription Registration
• Experience with Suboxone including residency/internship is highly preferred.
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain a Drug Addiction Treatment Act of 2000 (Suboxone) waiver (DATA 2000 waiver) preferred
• Must have working knowledge of computer applications, and if applicable ability to navigate through electronic health record.
• Values/Ethics: Ability to act with integrity and respect in personal and organizational practices, treating all people equitably including respecting professional, ethical and people values.
• Communication: Ability to write and speak clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings; can get messages across that have the desired effect.
• Conflict Resolution: Facilitating the prevention and/or resolution of conflict while preserving working relationships while maintaining composure.
• Organization: Ability to manage multiple projects; determine project urgency, uses goals to guide actions; organizes and schedules task effectively.
• Team work: Readily sharing information, knowledge and personal strengths. Seek to understand and build on differing perspectives of others to enhance team efficiency and quality outcomes.
• Computer: Ability to use computers and other forms of technology. Ability to learn required office software products.
• Decision Making/Decisiveness: Making and taking responsibility for, and demonstrating commitment to appropriate decisions in a timely manner.
• Ensuring that decisions are made based on policies, rules and organizational directives and solving the emerging problems.