Medical Director

Full-time

Hartford HealthCare

Westport, CT

Location Detail: 47 Long Lots Rd Westport (10437)

Medical Director, Adult Mood Disorders Unit

The Shores Mental Health | Hartford HealthCare

Westport, Connecticut

Are you a passionate Psychiatrist seeking a leadership role that combines clinical excellence, teaching, and program development? Hartford HealthCare's The Shores Mental Health, the flagship behavioral health service line of Hartford Healthcare’s Fairfield region and primary teaching hospital for Quinnipiac University’s Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine, is seeking a Medical Director for our Adult Mood Disorders Inpatient Unit to lead a dedicated multidisciplinary team while shaping the next generation of psychiatrists through resident and medical student education.

As the clinical leader of the Adult Mood Disorders Unit, you will play an integral role in patient care, faculty development, and academic advancement within one of New England's largest and most comprehensive behavioral health systems.

Position Highlights

Medical Director leadership role within a specialized Adult Mood Disorders Unit
Lead and collaborate with an experienced multidisciplinary treatment team
Provide direct inpatient psychiatric care to adults experiencing mood, anxiety, and trauma-related disorders
Participate in resident supervision and medical student teaching
Academic appointment eligibility through Quinnipiac University's Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine
Dedicated academic time with Hartford HealthCare's Psychiatry Residency Program
Monday through Friday schedule
No required after-hours call
Optional moonlighting opportunities for additional income
Access to Hartford HealthCare's Provider Leadership Development Institute and Office of Provider Wellness

About The Shores Mental Health

The Shores Mental Health, the behavioral health service line of St. Vincent’s Medical Center, is one of Connecticut's largest behavioral health programs, providing a comprehensive continuum of care including:

76-bed freestanding psychiatric hospital in Westport
Adult, dual diagnosis, and child/adolescent inpatient services
Emergency Department and consult-liaison psychiatry services
Geriatric psychiatry services
Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP)
Outpatient behavioral health clinics throughout Fairfield County

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive compensation package
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
Matching 401(k)
Generous paid time off
CME allowance and dedicated CME time
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Malpractice coverage
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

About Hartford HealthCare

Hartford HealthCare's Behavioral Health Network is the largest and most integrated behavioral health system in New England. Our physician-led organization includes a robust network of hospitals, medical groups, and specialty services dedicated to delivering innovative, high-quality care while fostering professional growth and wellbeing.

Live and Work in Fairfield County

Located between New York City and Boston, Westport offers coastal living, nationally recognized schools, vibrant cultural attractions, and easy access to major metropolitan areas. Enjoy the perfect balance of professional opportunity and exceptional quality of life.

Advance your leadership career while making a meaningful impact on patients, trainees, and the future of behavioral healthcare at Hartford HealthCare.

To learn more, contact Natasha Rotella, Physician Recruiter, Hartford HealthCare at View email address on click.appcast.io or call/text at View phone number on click.appcast.io

Qualifications

MD or DO degree
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
Eligible for unrestricted Connecticut medical license
Interest in academic psychiatry, teaching, and leadership
Commitment to patient-centered, evidence-based behavioral healthcare

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