PSYCHIATRIST NEEDED - Outpatient Psychiatrist/Medical Director - Massachusetts

Job description

Outpatient Psychiatrist / Medical Director (Contract)

We are seeking a Board-Certified Psychiatrist to serve as an Outpatient Psychiatrist / Medical Director in a dynamic clinical setting focused on high-quality, patient-centered care. This is a 20–24 hour per week contract role, initially for 3 months with strong potential for extension or longer-term placement.

Schedule & Work Environment
Onsite role (required)
Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM schedule flexibility within clinic hours
No nights or inpatient duties
Outpatient-only practice environment
Role Structure

This position is a balanced blend of clinical care and leadership responsibilities:

50% Clinical care
50% Administrative / Medical Director duties
Clinical Responsibilities
Outpatient psychiatric care for adult patients (18+)
General psychiatry with occasional higher-acuity/severe cases
Medication management visits: 15–30 minutes
Initial psychiatric evaluations: 60 minutes
Average patient volume: 6–10 patients per day
Focus on evidence-based treatment and continuity of care
Administrative / Medical Director Duties
Clinical oversight and support for outpatient services
Consultation with staff regarding patient care questions
Guidance on medication management and treatment planning
Review and response to urgent labs and clinical concerns
Support for clinical decision-making and team collaboration
Requirements
Board Certified in General Psychiatry (required)
Active or eligible Medicare and Medicaid enrollment
Strong clinical judgment with comfort managing a range of psychiatric acuity levels
Experience in outpatient psychiatry preferred
On-Call Responsibilities
Light, consultative on-call coverage
Includes:
Staff clinical consultations
Medication-related questions
Review of urgent labs and clinical issues
No in-person call requirements

• Adult 18+
• 20-24 hours per week
• 3 month contract