Psychiatrist, MD or DO
Company: Optum
Location: Springtown
Posted on: January 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description *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 Springfield, 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.
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 referrals 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 We are committed to your well-being and growth,
offering a comprehensive package of perks and benefits with varying
eligibility based on role, including: Competitive salary &
eligibility for quarterly incentive bonuses Flexible work models &
paid time off when you need it Health and well-being benefits like
health insurance, 401k matching, and other family support and
wellness resources Professional development with CME reimbursement
and dedicated learning time to advance your career You'll be
rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that
will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to
succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles
you may be interested in. Required Qualifications: Have a clear,
active and unrestricted Physician license (MD/DO) in Pennsylvania
or able to obtain one Board certified in psychiatry by the American
Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) or eligible for board
certification Active DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration)
registration or ability to obtain one Preferred Qualifications: 3
years of clinical experience in an outpatient behavioral health
setting Experience working with patients in different age groups,
including children to geriatrics Experience working with computers
for professional communication and medical documentation - Excel,
Outlook, Athena RMS (or other EHRs) Explore opportunities at Optum
Behavioral Care. We're revolutionizing behavioral health care
delivery for individuals, clinicians and the entire health care
system. Together, we are bringing high-end medical service,
compassionate care and industry leading solutions to our most
vulnerable patient populations. Our holistic approach addresses the
physical, mental and social needs of our patients wherever they may
be - helping patients access and navigate care anytime and
anywhere. We're connecting care to create a seamless health journey
for patients across care settings. Join our team, it's your chance
to improve the lives of millions while Caring. Connecting. Growing
together. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited
to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications,
etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a
comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs,
equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are
subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you
begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of
benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from
$214,000 to $382,000 annually based on full-time employment. We
comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. At UnitedHealth
Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make
the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of
every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves
the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however,
there are still far too many barriers to good health which are
disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically
marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed
to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and
delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and
improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our
mission. 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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