Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist

Optimus Healthcare- A community Health Center driven by one mission: to provide high quality, affordable healthcare to the underserved population regardless of their ability to pay. Optimus is the largest Federally Qualified Health Center providing primary care services in lower Fairfield County, in the cities of Stamford, Bridgeport, Stratford and surrounding areas. If you are a healthcare professional who wants to work in a meaningful, mission-driven workplace where people are committed and passionate about caring for others, OPTIMUS may be for you. Join our team-based model of care delivered in a kind and compassionate manner. We are currently recruiting for a part-time Child Psychiatrist to work in our Bridgeport clinic one or two days per week. to work within a multidisciplinary team to provide Psychiatric care including evaluations and medication management for a diverse patient base. The ideal candidate has experience or the desire to work with the medically underserved population. Responsibilities Interview, assess, diagnose and treat patients appropriately within the standard of care. Prescribe psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental, emotional or behavioral disorders Collaborate with other Behavioral Health Professionals to discuss treatment plans and patient progress Provide individual professional consultation amongst Professional Staff for the purposes of in servicing/education as necessary to provide increased level of service to patients. No On-Call Requirements Position Highlights: Multispecialty Integrated Care Practice 100% Outpatient Setting Existing patient base awaits the incoming physician Excellent Fringe Benefit & Health Benefits Competitive salary Federal Student Loan Repayment, if eligible Optimus and its caring, multilingual staff proudly serve our community in a patient-centered environment. Qualifications MD/DO from an accredited Medical School Completion of Residency Program specializing in Psychiatry and completion of Fellowship Program specializing in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. Board Certified in Child & Adult Psychiatry CT Licensure To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in Optimus' Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values-outstanding, patient-centered, trustworthy, integrity, multicultural, understanding, and supportive -help guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. Optimus is an Equal Opportunity Employer