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Staff Psychiatrist jobs are open across health systems, community mental health centers, correctional facilities, and telehealth platforms, from early-career to senior and medical director level, with specializations in geriatric psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, and child and adolescent psychiatry. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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- FACILITY: Connecticut Valley Hospital (CVH)
- LOCATION: Middletown, CT
- UNIT: General Psychiatry Division (GPD)
- SCHEDULE: Full-Time, 40 Hours per Week, Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm
- POSITION NUMBER: 24581
- Thirty thousand dollars ($30,000) may be approved as a recruitment incentive, in addition to the base annual salary.
- Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!
- Professional growth and development opportunities
- A healthy work/life balance to all employees
- Be a part of a comprehensive team of caring professionals;
- Provide support to hospital that is passionate about improving the lives of those we serve;
- Assist our clients so they can achieve success;
- Make a difference in the public sector; and
- Work together in a collaborative team environment.
- 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 Connecticut's Policy for a Drug Free Workplace.
Selection Plan
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BEFORE YOU APPLY:
- Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you are able to meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the time of appointment. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the time of appointment, unless otherwise specified.
- Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.
- Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
- Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
- Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
- Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
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- The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
- Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
- This employer may participate in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm work authorization.
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Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Jensine Tran at Jensine.Tran@ct.gov.
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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
- Provides 24-hour direct care psychiatric services to specified groups of patients and facility programs as scheduled including on-call and weekend coverage;
- Examines, diagnoses and treats patients with mental health and/or substance abuse disorders;
- Develops and monitors integrated treatment plans;
- Makes rounds and attends treatment team meetings to check on care and progress of patients;
- Prescribes appropriate medications;
- Prescribes, conducts and administers group, individual and family psychotherapy and other forms of specialized therapy;
- Interviews, examines and admits patients to treatment;
- Performs physical examinations;
- Coordinates treatment with other therapeutic programs;
- Provides clinical expertise to treatment teams;
- Performs discharge planning;
- Performs basic risk assessment and participates in risk management planning;
- Participates in staff conferences, committees and meetings;
- Provides input into program planning;
- Maintains accurate, up-to-date medical records and prepares required reports according to hospital policy and/or The Joint Commission (TJC) and Health Care Financing Authority (HCFA) standards;
- Acts as liaison to hospital and/or community-based providers;
- May provide clinical direction to other disciplines;
- May conduct or take part in research projects;
- May attend court hearings as a state witness;
- Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
- Knowledge of
- methods and principles of behavioral health medicine;
- current principles and methods of assessment and treatment of patients with psychiatric illnesses and substance abuse disorders;
- recent developments in field of psychiatry and substance abuse;
- Skills
- interpersonal skills;
- oral and written communication skills;
- Ability to
- examine for, diagnose, assess and treat patients with psychiatric and substance abuse disorders;
- prescribe and conduct psychotherapy, medications and other treatments specific to psychiatric illnesses and substance abuse disorders;
- analyze and interpret laboratory reports, x-rays and other medical and/or psychological reports and findings;
- maintain accurate patient records and charts.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license to practice medicine and surgery in Connecticut. A temporary license may be granted for a period not to exceed one (1) year.
- Incumbents in this class must obtain certification as a specialist in psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology within five years of appointment to this class OR demonstrate continued competency and proficiency in the practice of psychiatry by successfully completing an established agency program.
- Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain eligibility for participation in federal health care programs as defined in 42 U.S. 1320a-7b(f).
- Incumbents in this class may be required to possess appropriate current licenses, certifications or permits.
- Incumbents in this class may be required to be bilingual.
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Who's Hiring
- Legion Health55

- LiveWell Homecare Agency12L
- US Department of Veterans Affairs6

- Texas Health and Human Services Commission3

- Asante1

Top Industries Hiring
- Government & Public Sector
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in staff psychiatrist jobs.
- Medical degree and completion of an ACGME-accredited psychiatry residency program
- Board certification or board eligibility through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- Active and unrestricted state medical license in the state of practice
- Current DEA registration with authority to prescribe controlled substances
- Experience with electronic health record systems such as Epic, Cerner, or Credible
- Proficiency in psychopharmacology management and conducting psychiatric evaluations across care settings
Tips for Your Staff Psychiatrist Job Search
Tailor your CV for the setting
Inpatient, outpatient, and forensic employers scan for different experience first. Reorder your clinical history so the setting that matches the posting leads. A community mental health CV looks different from one aimed at an academic medical center.
Document your prescribing scope clearly
List controlled substance DEA schedules, clozapine REMS enrollment, and any state-specific prescribing certifications explicitly. Hiring managers screening for coverage capacity need that detail upfront, not buried in a general clinical summary.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists staff psychiatrist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for privilege and credentialing questions
Interviewers routinely ask about your hospital privileging history, any lapses, and your board certification timeline. Have exact dates and explanations ready. Gaps or pending certifications that you address proactively land better than answers that feel reactive.
Negotiate call burden before signing
Ask for the exact call schedule in writing during the offer stage, including holiday coverage rotation and how call is compensated. Call obligations vary widely across settings and are rarely negotiable after you start.
Filter openings by your licensure states
Many staff psychiatrist postings, especially telehealth roles, require licensure in multiple states. Narrow your search to positions that match the states where you hold or can quickly obtain a license to avoid wasting application time.
Staff Psychiatrist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most staff psychiatrists?
The companies hiring the most staff psychiatrists right now include Legion Health, LiveWell Homecare Agency, and US Department of Veterans Affairs, with the largest share of openings in Texas, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Health systems, large behavioral health groups, and telehealth providers consistently account for the majority of postings.
How many staff psychiatrist jobs are remote?
About 84% of staff psychiatrist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, a share that has grown with the expansion of telepsychiatry platforms. Outpatient medication management and follow-up appointments are the sub-specialties most frequently offered in fully remote formats, while inpatient and emergency consultation roles almost always require on-site presence.
How do you become a staff psychiatrist?
You become a staff psychiatrist by earning a medical degree, completing a four-year ACGME-accredited psychiatry residency, and obtaining an unrestricted state medical license. Most positions also require board certification through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, which involves passing written and oral examinations after residency. Fellowship training in a subspecialty such as addiction or forensic psychiatry is optional but strengthens candidacy for specialized roles.
Can you get hired as a staff psychiatrist with limited experience?
Yes, newly graduated psychiatrists who have completed residency and obtained licensure are regularly hired into staff psychiatrist roles. Community mental health centers, correctional facilities, and telehealth companies tend to be the most open to early-career candidates, often offering structured supervision and mentorship. Demonstrating clinical breadth from residency rotations, familiarity with your state's commitment laws, and readiness to carry a full caseload from day one strengthens your application.
What does the staff psychiatrist interview process look like?
The staff psychiatrist interview process typically starts with a recruiter or HR screening call, followed by a clinical interview with the medical director or department chief covering your diagnostic approach, prescribing philosophy, and experience with the patient population. Many employers also include a credentialing review, a tour of the facility or a virtual walkthrough for telehealth roles, and a conversation about call obligations before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to staff psychiatrist jobs?
You can find and apply to staff psychiatrist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty, licensure, and preferred setting, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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