Physician (On-Call) (Variable Rate) (Office/On-Site)

Looking for an exciting opportunity to make a real impact? Join us and be part of a revolutionary team shaping the future! Position Highlights 16‑hour weekday shift, 4:30 pm to 8:30 am (or) 24‑hour weekend shift, 8:30 am to 8:30 am Locations: 1000 Silver Street, Middletown, CT; 500 Vine Street, Hartford, CT What We Can Offer You Professional growth and development opportunities. A healthy work/life balance to all employees. What You'll Be Doing Be a part of a comprehensive team of caring professionals. Provide support to the hospital passionate about improving the lives of those we serve. Assist clients so they can achieve success. Make a difference in the public sector. Work together in a collaborative team environment. About the Agency and Facilities The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self‑sufficiency in those we serve. Connecticut Valley Hospital boasts a rich history, first opening its doors over 150 years ago in 1868. As the State’s public hospital we provide treatment of mental illness and currently comprise 18 inpatient units over two campuses (Middletown and Hartford). Recovery is defined as an individualized, patient‑centered approach focused on restoring or developing a positive and meaningful sense of identity and rebuilding one’s life. Purpose of Job Class (Nature of Work) Accountable for providing part‑time medical treatment services to patients. Examples of Duties Provides 24‑hour medical supervision to specified groups of patients and facility coverage as scheduled, including on‑call and weekend coverage. Examines, diagnoses, and medically treats patients. Develops and monitors integrated treatment plans. Interviews, examines, and admits patients to treatment. Performs physical examinations. Orders, analyzes and interprets medical and laboratory tests. Prescribes appropriate medications and treatments. Coordinates treatment with other therapeutic programs. Provides medical expertise and consultation to treatment teams. Orders and monitors special treatment procedures. Performs discharge planning. Participates in staff meetings. Maintains accurate, up‑to‑date medical records and prepares required reports according to hospital policy and/or JCAHO and HCFA standards. Performs related duties as required. Knowledge, Skills & Ability Knowledge of: methods and principles of medicine and surgery; current principles and methods of assessment and treatment of patients with medical illness, mental illness and substance abuse disorders; recent developments in the field of medicine and substance abuse. Skills: interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills. Ability to: examine for, diagnose, assess and treat patients with medical and/or substance abuse disorders; prescribe appropriate medications and other treatments specific to medical illness, mental illness and substance abuse disorders; analyze and interpret laboratory reports, x‑rays and other medical reports and findings; maintain accurate patient records and charts. Minimum Qualifications – General Experience Completion of one year of a residency program. Special Requirements Must possess and maintain eligibility for participation in federal health care programs as defined in 42 U.S.C. § 1320a‑7b(f). May be required to possess and maintain relevant registration(s) and/or certification(s). May be required to possess and retain a license to practice medicine and surgery in Connecticut; a temporary license may be granted for up to one year. May be required to demonstrate continued competency and proficiency in the practice of medicine by successfully completing an established agency program. May be required to be board‑certified in internal medicine, family medicine or neurology. May be required to be bilingual. Equal Opportunity An affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. The State of Connecticut is an equal‑opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr CT