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Psychiatrist – Moonlighter - Per Diem - Norwich, CT

Backus Hospital·Norwich, Connecticut

Unknown·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 13 days ago
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About the role

Provide psychiatric care within a multidisciplinary team at Backus Hospital, focusing on inpatient adult units and outpatient services. The role specifically emphasizes weekend moonlighting shifts to support the behavioral health network.

Location Detail

  • 12 Case St Norwich (10206) Moonlighting Opportunties Hartford HealthCare’s Behavioral Health Network (HHC BHN), the largest and most integrated behavioral health system in New England, has a new Per Diem / Moonlighting opportunity available for a BE / BC Psychiatrist to join our cohesive multidisciplinary team at Backus Hospital, a well-established 213 bed acute care community hospital with an 18 bed inpatient adult unit, and outpatient services including PHP / IOP, in Norwich, CT, which is ideally located close to the picturesque Connecticut and Rhode Island Shoreline, and Mystic Seaport.
  • Some highlights of this opportunity include: Per diem shifts with a particular focus on weekend moonlighting shifts Leadership and colleagues who are focused on the development and maturation of early career psychiatrists Backus Hospital offers a warm, friendly, community hospital culture where everyone in the hospital knows each other, and collegial relationships interdepartmentally Avenues for training and development of leadership skills are also available within HHC Highly competitive compensation and malpractice coverage There are no limits to what you can achieve when you join the Behavioral Health Network at Hartford HealthCare. The extensive capabilities of the most integrated healthcare system in CT offers Psychiatrists MORE OPPORTUNITY as you practice with nationally respected colleagues in a progressive, physician-led environment. Our broad network includes seven acute care hospitals including one of the largest academic and surgical hospitals in the northeast, thriving community teaching hospitals, and one of the largest multi-specialty medical groups in New England . This means MORE OPTIONS to propel your career to new heights and all within a deeply embedded culture of diversity, inclusion, innovation, and focus on the highest quality of care. We are teachers, researchers, innovators, leaders and, most of all, caregivers. Located between Boston and New York City, Connecticut offers you and your family access to a lifestyle that is second to none. Enjoy the finest schools in the nation, four beautiful seasons of recreational activities, and options to live at the shore, in leafy suburbs, or in vibrant urban areas.

Qualifications

For additional information

If you are looking for additional income and have some weekend time available , e-mail Sam McNeil , Physician Recruiter, Samuel.McNeil@hhchealth.org or call/text 860-637-5571

Requirements

Candidates must be Board Eligible or Board Certified (BE/BC) Psychiatrists. The position is ideal for those seeking additional income with weekend availability.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Inpatient Care
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration
  • Clinical Leadership
  • Outpatient Services
  • Psychiatry
  • PHP/IOP Management

Benefits

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Malpractice Coverage

Posting details

Employment type
Unknown
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Norwich, Connecticut
Posted
Jul 15, 2026
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Backus Hospital

Since 1893, Backus Hospital has provided quality healthcare to the residents of eastern Connecticut. The 213-bed, not-for-profit, acute care community hospital is the primary source of health services for nearly a quarter-million people in Eastern Connecticut. Backus Hospital is...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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Behavioral health positions in Connecticut often draw steady demand from community providers, schools, and outpatient programs serving clients with ongoing support needs. These roles can be competitive because employers commonly look for reliable scheduling, documentation skills, and practical requirements such as a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, access to an insured vehicle, and completed clearances. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm travel expectations and required verifications before applying.

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