Psychiatrist MD or DO

Sign On Bonus offered for external candidates

Springfield Behavioral of Pennsylvania, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Psychiatrist to join our team in King of Prussia, PA. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

As a Psychiatrist, you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population. We offer a variety of solutions that meet the unique needs of our workforce and the patients they serve. From clinical operations such as credentialing to business operations such as contracting, we provide organizational support that allows our providers to focus on what matters – providing care.

Providers at Springfield Behavioral of Pennsylvania begin with an on‑site schedule to support initial patient engagement and caseload development. Once a stable caseload is established, there is flexibility to transition into a hybrid model that includes both in‑person and remote care delivery.

This position follows a hybrid schedule with three in‑office days per week.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Utilize evidence‑based screening tools, medical tests, and diagnostic criteria to diagnose mental health conditions and formulate comprehensive treatment plans
• Collaborate with clinicians on patient care to provide supportive care to shared patient
• Communicate effectively with referral sources, i.e., physicians, schools, higher levels of care, etc., when working with their referred patients
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications per established protocols and clinical guidelines; monitor medication efficacy and side effects, adjusting treatment plans to optimize patient outcomes
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date electronic medical records and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Act as Collaborating Physician to PMHNP colleagues and provide appropriate support as needed

Benefits and Perks :

Your performance will be rewarded and recognized in an environment that challenges you and provides clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role.

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $214,000 – $382,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Explore opportunities at Optum Behavioral Care. We’re revolutionizing behavioral health care delivery for individuals, clinicians, and the entire health care system. Together, we bring high‑end medical service, compassionate care and industry‑leading solutions to our most vulnerable patient populations.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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