Psychiatrist (Per Diem)
Job Description
Join a dedicated clinical team at Whiting Forensic Hospital ((Login for Information)) and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals receiving inpatient forensic psychiatric services. This per diem role offers professional collaboration, flexibility, and the opportunity to practice psychiatry in a highly specialized, mission-driven environment.
Whiting Forensic Hospital (WFH), under the umbrella of the (Login for Information) Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services ((Login for Information)), is seeking a dedicated (Login for Information) (PCN 128349) to join our team in Middletown, CT.
Whiting Forensic Hospital cares for patients under the jurisdiction of the Psychiatric Security Review Board (PSRB), patients committed by the superior court for competency restoration, and civil patients in need of maximum security psychiatric treatment.
This per diem position offers a flexible Monday through Friday schedule, within a supportive and mission-driven clinical environment.
WHY JOIN US?
Psychiatrists at (Login for Information) consistently highlight the rewarding nature of serving this population and the strong, collegial atmosphere within our system.
As one current DMHAS psychiatrist, Dr. M. Patrascu, shares: “If you love psychiatry, the DMHAS patient population will offer a unique learning and practice experience, exposure to a variety of disorders and people who need help, support, people who have very little. I have been lucky to work with people who are dedicated, selfless and willing to go the extra mile, grounded and with good work ethic.”
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
- Opportunities for professional growth and ongoing development.
- A supportive and collaborative treatment environment.
- A meaningful role serving individuals with complex behavioral health and forensic needs.
- A healthy (Login for Information) and the chance to make a real impact within Connecticut's public behavioral health system.
ABOUT OUR AGENCY:
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.
WFH provides inpatient forensic psychiatric services for individuals requiring a secure therapeutic environment. Treatment focuses on stabilization, recovery, and preparation for safe transition to less restrictive settings, consistent with each individual's legal status and clinical needs.
Please note:
- A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.
- All state employees must adhere to (Login for Information).
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