Lead Psychiatrist

Lead Psychiatrist

Location: New York

Are you ready to contribute to a purpose-driven organization that’s transforming mental healthcare? At SOL Mental Health, we’re on a mission to help individuals find healing and balance. Our growth and success depend on attracting exceptional talent and providing them with the tools, resources, and support they need to thrive.

Our aim is to...

· Be a great professional home, steeped in a culture defined by belonging, purpose, fulfillment, psychological safety and a commitment to great results;

· Define excellence in integrated mental health care and relentlessly pursue that standard;

· Provide a seamless experience for those who depend on us, easing the burden on patients and caregivers as they navigate challenging moments;

· Be the behavioral health partner of choice to primary care and specialty providers who value the criticality of our care for patients

Reporting to the Medical Director, the Psychiatric Consultant supports the collaborative care team— psychiatric clinician, patient, and support team—through Structured Case Review (SCR) on an assigned caseload of Medicare patients. The psychiatric consultant advises the treating clinician on appropriate medications and other treatment strategies, also providing the care team with educational support on diagnosing managing behavioral health conditions, and treatment plan oversight.

Key Responsibilities

· Provide Structured Care Review (SCR) to primary treating clinician through systematic case review and treatment plan oversight (average of 32 review hours per week and 6 to 10 patient reviews per hour). Focus on Medicare patients 25% and NYC patients for 75%.

· Work to oversee the status and population health of their assigned patient caseload. The Psychiatric Consultant uses the EHR and other systems to track all assigned patients and prioritize patients for case review and treatment adjustments

· Recommend any treatment adjustments, including specific medication and lab/imaging/study order recommendations, treatment plan adjustments, or advised clinical protocols directly with the primary care provider

· Educate primary care providers about treatment options and plans, supporting both of their professional development and improving patient care at scale

· Be available to provide occasional ad hoc telephone consultation to SOL care providers for very complex patients or challenging patient situations that deviate from the treatment plan. Respond to telephone calls from SOL clinicians within one business day. Aim to respond to urgent telephone calls within one hour

What You’ll Bring

1. Required Licenses and Certifications

· Must be a licensed physician, with license in good standing in New York with the ability to obtain additional licenses (specifically, DC, Maryland and Virginia).

· Must hold a DEA license in New York (or able to apply and obtain without encumbrance).

· Board certification or board eligibility in General Psychiatry required.

2. Preferred Qualifications

· Board certification or board eligibility in Geriatric Psychiatry or Consult/Liaison Psychiatry a plus.

· Interstate Licensure compact preferred, not required

3. Experience

· 3 years of experience providing medical direction and supervision, particularly with Medicare patients.

· Experience and knowledge of psychiatric and psychological care at different levels.

· Technical proficiency in EHRs, Salesforce, Microsoft Office, and Zoom

4. Skills and Knowledge

· Working knowledge of evidence-based clinical treatment methods.

· Working knowledge of current medical, educational, and psychosocial intervention models.

5. Personal Attributes

· Strong work ethic, passionate and enthusiastic personality with a high degree of integrity and a positive attitude.

Equitable Hiring Practices

At SOL Mental Health, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to fulfilling our mission. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute. We actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences, and we ensure equitable hiring practices throughout our recruitment process. SOL Mental Health is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from all walks of life to apply.

Ready to lead the charge? Apply today and help us build a brighter future for mental health!

Compensation: Up to $300,000