What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adult Psychiatrist | Community Health | Roxbury, MA position at Whittier Street Health Center?
Adult Psychiatrist | Community Health | Roxbury, MA
Whittier Street Health Center - Roxbury Crossing, MA
$200,000 - $215,000 a year
Compensation & Benefits Include:
$200,000–$215,000 annually, based on relevant experience and qualifications
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Employer-funded pension & life insurance
403(b) retirement plan
Paid time off, paid holidays, and bereavement leave
Professional development opportunities
CME reimbursement and licensure support
The Opportunity:
Whittier Street Health Center is seeking a full-time Adult Psychiatrist to join our team. In this role, you will provide psychiatric evaluation and ongoing medication management for adult patients in our Behavioral Health Department, serving as a key member of our Behavioral Health Multidisciplinary Team, while supporting our mission to advance health equity and provide high-quality, patient-centered care to Boston’s diverse communities.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and ongoing medication management for adult patients
Maintain thorough medical records, including psychiatric evaluations, mental status assessments, and treatment effectiveness
Use electronic medical records to flag patient issues and coordinate referrals with primary care and other Whittier services
Complete SSI applications and other essential documentation with support from the Case Manager
Respond promptly to patient calls and remain available for urgent patient needs
Take a leadership role in biweekly Behavioral Health Multidisciplinary Team meetings, contributing to diagnosis and treatment planning
Co-lead biweekly Comprehensive Care Team meetings to integrate Adult Medicine and Behavioral Health services
Participate in quality assurance and utilization review, and stay current through continuing education
Qualifications:
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree with completion of an accredited residency in Psychiatry
Current, unrestricted license to practice medicine in Massachusetts
Board Certified in Psychiatry, or Board Eligible
Current DEA registration and Massachusetts Controlled Substances Registration (MCSR) (may be obtained prior to start date)
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification with hands-on skills verification; online-only not accepted
Thorough understanding of the DSM and psychoactive medication management
Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders preferred
Strong communication skills; ability to work effectively with diverse populations and interdisciplinary teams
Join Our Team!
Whittier Street Health Center is dedicated to advancing health equity and delivering high-quality, culturally responsive care. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace where every team member contributes to improving the health and well-being of our community. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.
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Pay: $200,000.00 - $215,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
Do you currently hold a current, active, unrestricted Massachusetts medical license?
How many years of experience do you have providing psychiatric evaluation and medication management for adult patients?
Are you able to work in person at our Roxbury, MA location on a full-time basis?
What is your earliest available start date? Please include any factors that may affect your timeline (e.g., notice period, licensure, credentialing, or relocation).
Work Location: In person
Salary : $200,000 - $215,000