Medical Director Psychiatrist (Hybrid Role)

Description

About Us
The Aaron Center is a leading provider of outpatient mental health services in the Scranton, PA area. Since 1997, we’ve been a cornerstone of the community, committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care to individuals and families. We offer a supportive, collaborative environment where clinicians can focus on what they do best, providing excellent patient care.
 

Position:  Full-Time Medical Director – Psychiatrist- Hybrid Schedule 

Pay Range: $200.00-$220.00 an hour
Location: Scranton, PA / Remote

Why Join Our Team?

This non-emergency, non-on-call psychiatrist position offers a relaxed and collaborative atmosphere, allowing you to provide exceptional care without the pressure of crises. You’ll enjoy a predictable schedule with greater work-life balance and the chance to build long-term patient relationships. The role requires two days in the office to provide in-person supervision to clinical staff, while the remaining hours can be completed remotely, offering flexible, personalized hours to fit your lifestyle and commitments. You’ll have clinical autonomy, work with a supportive multidisciplinary team, and face fewer emergencies, all while making a meaningful impact in the community.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Doctor of Medicine
• Board-Certified and licensed in the Commonwealth of PA
• At least three years of residency in psychiatry
• DEA license or credentials to apply for a DEA license

Administrative & Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Provide consultative and supervisory guidance to all clinical staff, including Certified Physician Assistants (C-PA), Certified Registered Nurse Practitioners (CRNP), Mental Health Workers, and additional staff as needed.
• Serve as the approving medical expert in establishing appropriate standards for treatment protocols, testing, and medication prescribing practices.
• Contribute to the practice’s quality management process.
• Participate in clinical staff meetings at least twice per month.
• Establish collaborative agreement(s) with the state and mid-level providers in the practice.
• Host student interns/fellowships.

Essential Functions:

• Ensure compliance in outpatient mental health programs.
• Diagnose, treat, and conduct screenings for mental illnesses for individuals from early childhood to elder ages.
• Complete evaluations for school/work return and risk assessments.
• Prescribe and document medications per treatment plans and regulations.
• Order treatment for mental health programs (e.g., family-based, case management).
• Collaborate with the treatment team, review, approve, and sign treatment plans.
• Maintain thorough records, adhering to ethical and HIPAA standards.
• Coordinate care with external health providers and educational institutions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a focus on empathy and respect
• Critical evaluation and assessment skills
• Knowledge of DSM-V-TR and a commitment to ethical standards
• Proficiency in electronic health record systems and Microsoft 365 or similar software

The Aaron Center & Hamidian Training Institute are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employees, independent contractors, vendors/business associates and applicants for employment are protected by federal, state and local laws designed to protect from discrimination on the bases of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. Aaron Center and The Hamidian Training Institute screens and interviews candidates in person at our Scranton, PA location, and communicates with candidates from a verified email address associated with the Aaron Center and/or via a verified video chat platform. We will never ask for personal information or issue a job offer via phone only or chat feature. If you have questions about the authenticity of this job posting, contact Human Resources at 570 489 5561 x.1211. Aaron Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer