Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician

Company: The Provider Finder
Location: Shelton
Posted on: January 18, 2026

Job Description:

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 A K A S H M I S H R A The Provider Finder Lead Recruiter

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