Silver Hill Hospital·New Canaan, Connecticut
The Staff Psychiatrist will be involved in providing treatment for psychiatric illnesses and addiction. The role emphasizes a team effort to help patients improve their lives.
The purpose of the role of the On Duty Doctor at Silver Hill Hospital is to provide direct clinical care and assessment services for adults and adolescents with mental illness and addiction.
The psychiatrist will interface with an inter-disciplinary team to ensure patient-centered, evidence-based, high-quality psychiatric services throughout the continuum of care at Silver Hill Hospital.
This is a contractor position providing coverage as needed during nights and weekends.
Please apply at the request of Michelle Robinson.
Be sure to have your CV in month/year format for each place of employment, education and affiliation.
Thank you.
Silver Hill Hospital (“SHH”) is fully committed to equal employment and advancement opportunities for all present employees as well as for applicants in all phases of the employment process (recruitment, hiring, assignment, conditions of employment, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, transfer, discipline and termination).
Therefore, except in any cases of bona fide occupational qualification or need, SHH will act without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, past/present history of mental disorder, intellectual disability, physical or learning disability, genetic information or any other characteristics protected by applicable law, (unless it is shown by supervisory personnel that a disability prevents performance of the work involved or may result in undue hardship) in all aspects of the employment process and relationship.
This policy is based on the understanding that an applicant is able to handle the job requirements.
Employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities.
Silver Hill Hospital is a nationally recognized, independent, not-for-profit psychiatric hospital located in New Canaan, CT.
For ninety four years, Silver Hill Hospital has been at the forefront of psychiatry and leading the way in providing the best treatment for psychiatric illnesses and addiction.
Our track record of success is based on a carefully executed team effort, one that uses an array of powerful tools, talent and knowledge to help people turn their lives around.
We have opportunities available for individuals who have a passion to make a difference in the lives of our patients.
Candidates should have a passion for making a difference in patients' lives. The job requires handling various psychiatric conditions and working collaboratively with a team.
Market context
In Connecticut, on-duty doctor openings are often shaped by ongoing patient care needs in psychiatric settings, where collaboration with nurses, therapists, and other clinicians is central. These roles can be competitive because employers look for candidates who can manage varied psychiatric conditions while working effectively on a team. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit, then tailor your application to show teamwork and experience with behavioral health care.
