Brief Description

• Onsite is preferred-hybrid is an option with 1 day per week onsite
  
  

Position Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and board-certified (or board-eligible) Psychiatrist to join our multidisciplinary outpatient behavioral health team. This position provides comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment to both children and adults in an outpatient setting. The psychiatrist will also have a key role in overseeing Spravato (esketamine) treatment services and supporting Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) programming.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments for children, adolescents, and adults.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including medication management and coordination with therapy and case management teams.
• Monitor treatment outcomes, adjust treatment plans as needed, and provide ongoing psychiatric care.
• Provide psychiatric oversight and treatment planning for patients receiving Spravato (esketamine) therapy, including assessment of appropriateness, monitoring for side effects, and ensuring compliance with REMS (Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy) program requirements.
• Serve as the psychiatric provider for Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team clients, participating in multidisciplinary team meetings, and contributing to the development of intensive, community-based treatment plans.
• Collaborate closely with therapists, care coordinators, and other clinical staff to ensure integrated, whole-person care.
• Participate in clinical team meetings and contribute to case reviews and interdisciplinary discussions.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) system.
• Provide consultation to other clinical staff regarding psychiatric concerns.
• Educate patients and families about psychiatric conditions, treatment options, and medication usage.
• Stay current with best practices, evidence-based treatment approaches, and state/federal regulations related to psychiatric care.
  
  

Qualifications

• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
• Completion of an accredited residency in Psychiatry; fellowship in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry preferred.
• Board certification or eligibility in Psychiatry; certification in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry preferred.
• Active and unrestricted medical license in WV or eligibility to obtain.
• DEA license with appropriate schedules for prescribing controlled substances.
• Experience with Spravato/esketamine administration and ACT services preferred, or willingness to be trained.
• Experience working in outpatient behavioral health settings preferred.
• Comfort working with a diverse population and a wide range of psychiatric conditions.
  
  

Skills And Competencies

• Excellent diagnostic and clinical skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Commitment to trauma-informed, culturally competent care.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in electronic health record systems.
  
  

Work Environment

• Outpatient clinic setting with standard weekday hours.
• No on-call or weekend requirements but option to cover with additional compensation
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, and retirement.
• Paid time off, holidays, and continuing education support.
• Supportive and collaborative clinical team environment.
  
  

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
• Completion of an accredited residency in Psychiatry; fellowship in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry preferred.
• Board certification or eligibility in Psychiatry; certification in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry preferred.
• Active and unrestricted medical license in WV or eligibility to obtain.
• DEA license with appropriate schedules for prescribing controlled substances.
• Experience with Spravato/esketamine administration and ACT services preferred, or willingness to be trained.
• Experience working in outpatient behavioral health settings preferred.
• Comfort working with a diverse population and a wide range of psychiatric conditions.
  
  

Summary

The professionals at Westbrook Health Services believe in promoting the well-being of individuals and families struggling with a wide range of challenges. Our staff meets the needs of over 7,000 people annually. Experienced and compassionate, we empower people to achieve wellness with the guidance of our knowledgeable and experienced staff.

Westbrook Health Services provides a comprehensive, low-cost benefits package to all full-time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability, critical illness, accident, and pet insurance coverage options. Paid time-off, paid holidays, and paid training provide a healthy work life balance.

Westbrook provides Equal Employment Opportunity to all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made based upon an individual’s skills and qualifications without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, disability as defined in the law, veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy and related conditions, genetic information, gender identity or any status or characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Westbrook also prohibits unlawful discrimination based upon the perception of those characteristics or any association with a person who is perceived to have any of those characteristics. Discrimination based on any of these factors is totally inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated at any time.

Qualified individuals with bona fide disabilities, as the term “disability” is defined in the law, are entitled to reasonable accommodations in the application process and in their employment. Although Westbrook is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations, the responsibility for identifying whether accommodation is needed and what constitutes a reasonable accommodation is shared jointly by the employee and Westbrook.