Psychiatrist
Pyramid Healthcare · Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States
Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve. A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities.
Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges. We offer behavioral healthcare services – psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. – that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being.
Outpatient Substance Use Disorder (SUD) & Mental Health Treatment Center Allentown, PA
Pyramid Healthcare, a national leader in behavioral health and addiction treatment, is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Psychiatrist to join our outpatient Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and Mental Health Treatment Center in Allentown, Pennsylvania. We are committed to providing person-centered care that restores hope, supports recovery, and transforms lives.
Schedule
- Monday: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Position Summary
The Psychiatrist provides psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, medication management, and ongoing behavioral health treatment services for individuals receiving mental health and substance use disorder treatment. This role collaborates closely with interdisciplinary treatment teams to deliver high-quality, person-centered care while ensuring compliance with professional, regulatory, and organizational standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct psychiatric evaluations, assessments, reassessments, and diagnostic reviews.
- Diagnose and treat psychiatric, mental health, and co-occurring substance use disorders.
- Prescribe, monitor, and manage psychotropic medications and other clinically appropriate treatment interventions.
- Review laboratory results and monitor medication-related health indicators as appropriate.
- Collaborate with therapists, nursing staff, primary care providers, specialists, pharmacies, and community partners to coordinate care.
- Participate in treatment planning, discharge planning, medication continuity, crisis intervention, and risk assessment activities.
- Provide clinical guidance and consultation to nursing and multidisciplinary treatment staff.
- Participate in peer review, utilization review, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with CARF, payer, licensing, and organizational requirements.
Required Qualifications
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution.
- Completion of an accredited Psychiatry residency program.
- Current unrestricted physician license in Pennsylvania or ability to obtain licensure.
- Active DEA registration.
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in behavioral health, psychiatry, or substance use disorder treatment preferred.
- Knowledge of psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, psychopharmacology, and co-occurring disorders.
- Strong clinical judgment, communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
- Experience with electronic medical records and clinical documentation systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry.
- Experience treating co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
- Familiarity with CARF, DDAP, OMHSAS, and other behavioral health regulatory standards.
Why Join Pyramid?
- Join a nationally recognized behavioral healthcare organization.
- Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals in recovery.
- Be part of a supportive, mission-driven team.
- Help advance access to addiction treatment and recovery services in the Pittsburgh community.
- Work alongside dedicated professionals committed to client success.
- Employees and families all have free virtual health care.
- Take up to 50% of your earned pay in advance of payday to help cover surprise expenses.
If you are passionate about helping individuals overcome mental health and substance use challenges while delivering exceptional psychiatric care, we encourage you to apply today.
***Due to the nature of behavioral healthcare work and our responsibility to ensure client safety, candidates selected for hire must successfully pass a criminal background check, drug screening, and any required state‑mandated clearances. Employment is contingent upon meeting all screening requirements in accordance with federal, state, and accrediting‑body regulations.***
Pyramid CORE Values:
We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us. Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors, and standards. We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community. DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily. COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence. PASSION is genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission.
Total Rewards for Full-Time Positions:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Referral Bonus opportunities
- And More!
Want to know more?
To learn more about Pyramid Healthcare, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth, visit us at: https://bit.ly/Pyramid-Careers.
Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is proud of its diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.