Join Uptown Psych in Chicago as a Psychiatrist and be a vital part of the Optum Behavioral Care Team. Treat diverse mental health conditions with the flexibility of a tailored schedule, providing both in-person and telehealth services.
Key Responsibilities
Utilize evidence-based screening tools and diagnostic criteria to diagnose mental health conditions and formulate comprehensive treatment plans
Deliver individual and group psychotherapy sessions using various therapeutic modalities tailored to each patient's needs
Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, monitoring efficacy and side effects
Maintain accurate electronic medical records and clinical documentation
Required Qualifications
M.D. (Doctor of Medicine) or D.O. (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine)
Active, unrestricted Psychiatrist license in the state of Illinois
Active Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) license for prescribing controlled substances
Board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) or eligible for board certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Currently eligible to be enrolled as a provider in the Medicare program
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of clinical experience treating adolescents and/or adults
Experience working with computers for professional communication and medical documentation including MS Office Suite and Athena RMS or other Electronic Health Records (EHRs)
Knowledge of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
Knowledge of Spravato
Willingness and ability to be a collaborating physician with PMHNPs
Benefits & Perks
Competitive salary and eligibility for quarterly incentive bonusesFlexible work models and paid time offHealth insurance and 401k matchingCME reimbursement and dedicated learning time for professional development