Physician - Psychiatry

We are actively seeking a driven and collaborative psychiatrist to join a dedicated multidisciplinary team serving the Nashua area.

Our program provides a comprehensive array of mental health services spanning the full spectrum of care.

This full-time hospital-based role involves delivering psychiatric care across various service levels, including:

• Inpatient psychiatric care
• Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)
• Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
• Behavioral Health Emergency Services
• Behavioral Health Consultation Services

This position presents an exceptional opportunity to be part of a team committed to enhancing the lives of individuals and families through evidence-based, compassionate care.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and assessments for patients admitted to our 18-bed inpatient unit.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, focusing on medication management for patients across all care levels.
• Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary treatment team, including therapists, nurses, case managers, and social workers, to ensure comprehensive and coordinated patient care.
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the establishment of best practices within the program.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in psychiatric diagnosis and treatment through ongoing professional development.
• Ensure the completion of all required clinical documentation related to patient care, including timely signing of medical records.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA standards.
• Undertake administrative duties as necessitated by departmental needs.

Work Schedule

• Commitment of at least thirty-six (36) clinical hours per week, supplemented by four (4) administrative hours. Adjustments will be made during periods of absence.
• Participation in after-hours clinical on-call duties, ensuring 24/7 psychiatric coverage as needed.

Candidate Requirements

• Active NH State License Board Status: Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible (certification to be achieved within five years post-residency).
• Experience: No minimum required.
• Vaccination: Influenza vaccine required or applicable medical/religious exemption; COVID-19 vaccination required or applicable exemption.

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN).
• Active medical license in NH (or in the process of obtaining).
• Minimum of two years’ experience in psychiatric care delivery in inpatient or outpatient settings.
• Proficiency in evidence-based practices with a strong commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and interpersonal abilities.
• Capability to function autonomously as well as part of a team.
• Familiarity with the EPIC electronic medical records (EMR) system.