Psychiatry - Geriatrics Physician

An inpatient behavioral health facility in Bristol, Connecticut is seeking a Psychiatrist to provide coverage for a 15-bed senior behavioral health unit. This locum opportunity offers the chance to deliver comprehensive inpatient care for geriatric psychiatry patients in a collaborative hospital setting.

About the Opportunity:

• Shift: Day shift
• Schedule: Monday-Friday
• Hours: 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
• Setting: Inpatient Senior Behavioral Health Unit

Responsibilities:

• Provide psychiatric evaluations and treatment for inpatient geriatric behavioral health patients.
• Conduct daily rounds and manage medications.
• Develop and oversee individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team, including nursing, social work, therapy, and case management.
• Support discharge planning and continuity of care.

Qualifications:

• Board Certified or Board Eligible Psychiatrist.
• Experience treating geriatric psychiatric patients.
• Current DEA registration.

Desired Skills:

• Fellowship training in Geriatric Psychiatry.
• Active Connecticut medical license.