Psychiatrist | Harvard University Health Services
Harvard University Health Services
Location
Cambridge, MA | United States
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Job Summary
Provides high quality psychiatric care to faculty, staff, dependents and retirees of Harvard University. This patient population is interesting, high motivated, and generally very responsible about their psychiatric care. The position provides 80% face-to-face clinical time (60 minutes for new intakes, 20 and 40 minutes for follow-up visits), and 20% allotted for administrative tasks. Works collaboratively with a highly skilled team of social workers and psychologists within the Department of Behavioral Health, who offer 60-minute counseling sessions. Communicates as necessary with primary care physicians and with outside therapists. Collaborates with Care Coordination regarding hospitalized patients, or patients with complicated medical needs. Meets with Behavioral Health team weekly at the Wednesday staff meeting to review cases and practice matters. Other supports include robust informational systems, user-friendly electronic medical record with links to other Harvard hospitals, on- site member services, quality management team, and expert practice management. Harvard University Health Services uses Lean management, and all clinicians and staff participate in Lean projects including Behavioral Health departmental initiatives aimed at improving patient care. Behavioral Health requires all psychiatrists to participate in the on-call rotation schedule that includes covering three months each year. All psychiatrists rotate holidays and winter recess throughout the year. Extra compensation is provided when covering on call.
Position Description
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Facilitates the clinical management of patients through the process of evaluation, diagnosis, consultation and referral to the appropriate resources.
- Provides individual crisis intervention and medication management.
- Coordinates outpatient visits to ensure timely access to appropriate services.
- Identifies and monitors high risk patients and expedites an individualized crisis management plan.
- Develops and maintains mechanisms to assure continuity of care for individuals in acute distress.
- Provides and documents patient and family education.
- Assists and participates in the development of treatment plans consistent with the policies and procedures of the Mental Health Service.
- Works in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
- Provides problem-specific, solution focused care.
- Provides treatment for acute focal problems, developmental and relationship issues and care for stable mental health concerns.
- Evaluates for full or partial hospitalizations.
- Psychopharmacology:
- Provides psychopharmacological treatment/support for patients.
- Prescribes psychotropic medications listed in HUHS Formulary.
- Provides required prescribing reports.
- Supports primary care model.
- Manages caseload appropriately.
- Documents all patient contacts accurately and in a timely manner.
- Manages clinically expected outcomes to treatment.
- Makes appropriate referrals and lab requests.
- Identifies and assesses appropriateness of care and accessibility.
- Covers after hours on call as second call provider one week at a time including weekends and holidays (an average of 5-7 weeks of coverage per year).
PROFESSIONAL/TEAM WORKPLACE ACCOUNTABILITY:
- Adjusts to multiple demands, priorities, ambiguity, and rapid change; shows resilience in the face of constraints and frustrations of adversity. Willingly adjusts schedule to accommodate the needs of the department and HUHS.
- Attends meetings and participates on HUHS and University committees and makes positive contributions.
COMPLIANCE:
- Adheres to the expectations and professional responsibilities of the department.
- Employs the standards, practices, and procedures of the department.
- Completes and complies with HUHS training requirements including HIPAA Privacy and Security.
- Reports non-compliance incidents to the supervisor, manager, and/or Compliance Officer.
Basic Qualifications
Graduate of a U.S. based residency program, board Certified in Adult and/or Child Psychiatry, licensed to practice in Massachusetts, and experience in an outpatient setting.
Additional Qualifications and Skills
- Minimum of 5 years of experience and authoritative knowledge of clinical principles and practices.
- Demonstrated skills in effective communication, negotiation, leadership, and teaching.
- Demonstrated commitment to high quality, cost-effective health care and research in a large multidisciplinary prepaid group practice.
Working Conditions
All Harvard University Health Services (HUHS) staff and staff affiliates are considered Health Care Workers and as a condition of employment must provide documentation of the following:
- Letter of good health from your personal health care provider.
- TB skin test (within past 3 months) or, if known skin test positive, documentation of previous chest x-ray, information about any past treatment.
- Documentation of immunity (positive antibody titers) for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella.
- Proof of appropriate past immunization for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella.
- Hepatitis B vaccine series – required for staff with possible exposure to blood or blood borne pathogens.
- A current Flu vaccine (this season) and Covid vaccines to include the Primary series and Bivalent Booster.
- The required medical documentation/medical clearances can often be obtained by contacting your Pediatrician, PCP, medical provider. Titers, TB Skin testing can be performed by appointment at Occupational Health facilities.
HUHS continues to place the highest priority on the health, safety and wellbeing of its faculty, staff and students, as well as the wider community. Being up to date with COVID vaccination, annual flu vaccination and other required medical vaccinations and documentation are required as a condition of employment at HUHS. You may claim exemption from the vaccine requirements for medical or religious reasons.
Additional Information
- Harvard University requires a pre-employment reference and background screening.
- Harvard University is unable to provide work authorization and/or visa sponsorship.
- This position has a 90-day orientation and review period.
Benefits
This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus!
We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:
- Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
- Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
- Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
- Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
- Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
- Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
- Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
- Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
- Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.
Work Format
On-Site
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging Harvard University Health Services is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace in which all employees feel valued and have a sense of belonging. These principles are integral to our work and are at the core of who we are. We actively seek applicants with demonstrated commitment and/or experience promoting and fostering a working and learning environment that is supportive of individuals from diverse backgrounds. We welcome, respect, and embrace individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, abilities, beliefs, and values.
EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Harvard University Health Services
Harvard University is devoted to excellence in teaching, learning, and research, and to developing leaders in many disciplines who make a difference globally. The University, which is based in Cambridge and Boston, Massachusetts, has an enrollment of over 20,000 degree candidates, including undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Harvard has more than 360,000 alumni around the world. The University has twelve degree-granting Schools in addition to the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, offering a truly global education. Established in 1636, Harvard is the oldest institution of higher education in the United States.
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