Psychiatrist

Job Description

Job Description

Outpatient Psychiatrist 
Location: Fort Atkinson, WI
Position Type: Full-Time
Specialty: Psychiatry (BC/BE)

The Outpatient Psychiatrist provides psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and ongoing medication management for patients in an outpatient clinical setting. This role focuses on delivering evidence-based, patient-centered mental health care while collaborating with an interdisciplinary treatment team to support long-term recovery and wellness.

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Key Responsibilities
•    Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments
•    Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
•    Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, including monitoring efficacy and side effects
•    Provide supportive psychotherapy as appropriate
•    Collaborate with psychologists, therapists, primary care providers, and other healthcare professionals
•    Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation
•    Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
•    Ensure compliance with ethical standards, state regulations, and organizational policies
•    Provide crisis intervention and referrals to higher levels of care when indicated
•    Participate in case conferences, clinical meetings, and quality improvement activities
Patient Population
•    Adults / Children & Adolescents / Geriatric 
•    Common conditions treated may include mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, ADHD, PTSD, and substance use disorders

Qualifications

Required
•    MD or DO from an accredited medical school
•    Completion of an accredited Psychiatry residency
•    Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
•    Active (or eligible) state medical license
•    DEA registration
•    Strong knowledge of psychopharmacology

Preferred
•    Experience in outpatient or community mental health settings
•    Subspecialty training (e.g., Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry)

Skills & Competencies
•    Strong clinical judgment and diagnostic skills
•    Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
•    Patient-centered and culturally competent approach to care
•    Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
•    Time management and organizational skills

Work Environment & Schedule
•    Outpatient clinic setting
•    4-5 clinic days 
•    Limited on-call requirements (telephone)
•    In-person, hybrid, or telepsychiatry options may be available

Compensation & Benefits:
•    Total annual compensation of $300,00 (2 year guarantee) plus sign-on bonus 
•    Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, and more 
•    Generous PTO and CME allowance 
•    Eligibility for student loan forgiveness/reimbursement programs

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an independent, non-profit healthcare system with a mission to “Improve the health and well-being of our community” and a vision to “Be the healthiest community in Wisconsin.”
• 49-bed regional hospital serving a population of nearly 90,000
• Full range of specialty services, including:
o    Cardiology, ENT/Audiology, Dermatology
o    General Surgery, Orthopedics, OB/GYN, Pulmonology
o    Wound Care & Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
o    24/7 Emergency Department staffed by EM-trained physicians and APPs

• Recognized workplace excellence:
o    15x Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Top Workplace
o    5x USA Top Workplaces
o    2x Culture Excellence Award winner for Purpose & Values

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You’ll like it here in Fort Atkinson:
Enjoy living in a small town yet have easy access to big city amenities! Fort Atkinson is located just 30 miles east of Madison, 60 miles west of Milwaukee and is a 2-hour drive from Chicago. You’ll appreciate the low cost of living, exceptional schools, and safe, family-oriented community. Plus, opportunities for outdoor recreation abound!
With landmarks such as the Rock River and Glacial River Bike Trail, Jefferson County boasts diverse recreation opportunities and safe, family-friendly communities. From big-city amenities in Madison to the west, all the way to the tranquil shores of Lake Country to the east, there’s something for everyone.