Inpatient Psychiatrist – Foundation Behavioral Health Services (Greater Nashua Area)

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Job Description:

Psychiatrist – Foundation Behavioral Health Services (Greater Nashua Area)

We are seeking a highly motivated and collaborative psychiatrist to join our dedicated team at Foundation Behavioral Health Services, serving the greater Nashua area. Our program offers a full continuum of comprehensive mental health care services.

In this full-time hospital-based position, you will play a key role in delivering psychiatric care across multiple levels of service, including:

· Inpatient psychiatric care

· Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)

· Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)

· Behavioral Health Emergency Services

· Behavioral Health Consultation Services

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary team committed to improving the lives of individuals and families through compassionate, evidence-based care.

Responsibilities:

· Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and assessments for patients admitted to the 18-bed inpatient unit.

· Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including medication management, for patients across all levels of care.

· Collaborate with the treatment team, including therapists, nurses, case managers, and social workers, to ensure coordinated care for patients.

· Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of best practices.

· Stay current with the latest advancements in psychiatric diagnosis and treatment through ongoing professional development.

· Performing all required clinical documentation pertaining to patient care, including the timely signing of medical records.

· Maintaining confidentiality of reported and recorded information in compliance with HIPPA standards.

· Participate in administrative duties as needed.

Qualifications:

· MD/DO degree

· Board-certified or board-eligible in psychiatry from the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN)

· Active medical license in the state of NH (or working towards)

· Minimum of 2 years of experience in providing psychiatric care in an inpatient or outpatient setting

· Experience with evidence-based practices and a commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care

· Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team

· Familiarity with EPIC EMR

Work Shift:

· Devoting at least thirty-six (36) hours per week to patient clinical time and four (4) hours per week to administrative time, except during periods of absence.

· Participating in after-hours clinical on-call duties to provide 24/7 psychiatric coverage, as needed.

Foundation Medical Partners is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and welcome candidates from all backgrounds. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.

For more information or to submit your resume, please contact Bonnie Costa – Physician/Provider Recruitment Partner bonnie.costa@snhhs.org

• 188-bed acute care hospital
• Designated Level III Trauma Center
• Magnet Recognized for nursing excellence
• Clinical Affiliate of Massachusetts General Hospital, providing access to advanced care and specialty collaboration

Nestled just over the Massachusetts border, Nashua offers the perfect blend of city conveniences, suburban comfort, and natural beauty. The region features:

• Excellent public and private school systems
• Diverse arts, culture, and dining
• Abundant outdoor recreation with nearby mountains, lakes, and beaches
• 20 minutes to the mountains, 20 miles to the coast
• Easy access to major cities:
• 22 minutes to Manchester, NH
• <1 hour to Boston, MA
• 1.5 hours to Providence, RI
• 2 hours to Portland, ME
• 4.5 hours to New York City

SolutionHealth is the health system which offers comprehensive acute, ambulatory and post-acute care services throughout southern NH and northern Massachusetts.  The founding members are Southern NH Health in Nashua, NH and Elliot Health System in Manchester, NH. SolutionHealth is a Clinical Affiliate of Massachusetts General Hospital, with strong collaborations across many specialties. This valued affiliation allows MGH experts to collaborate with trusted caregivers to meet patients’ complex or highly specialized needs.