Jobs in Wethersfield Connecticut

Seeking a Medical Director of Admissions to lead an experienced interdisciplinary team in facilitating the admission of adult and adolescent patients to our 39-bed inpatient service and six residential treatment programs.--Depending on qualifications, the Medical Director of Admissions may also be asked to lead the community assessment program.--Administrative responsibilities include working closely with our telephonic Admissions--Service in reviewing potential admissions for psychiatric and medical appropriateness.--As one of the pivotal patient- and family-facing clinicians in the organization, excellent interpersonal skills are required.--Provide psychiatric and psychotherapeutic care for adults, including psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, collaborative treatment planning, psychopharmacology, and psychotherapy.--Participate in the pre-assessment process for prospective patients and respond promptly to admissions and/or inpatient services requests for input and consultation.--Lead the inter-disciplinary treatment team meetings to review clinical progress, including the review of results from psychological assessments, feedback and observations from residential counselors and group therapists, and the input of other staff , to determine the need for additional assessment or specialized interventions (e.g., OCD treatment).--Attend administrative meetings and team huddles to ensure assessments of patients includes appropriate safety monitoring and follow-up, as well as appropriate care.--Assist the team in identifying transference/countertransference dynamics and use this understanding to support reflective functioning that furthers the patient?s treatment (i.e., responsiveness based on deliberation rather than reactivity).--Provide psychiatric and psychotherapeutic care for adults, including psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, collaborative treatment planning, psychopharmacology, and psychotherapy.--Required: Board certification in Psychiatry or board eligible with plan for certification within 18 months, Licensed in the state of Connecticut.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based medical care to adult patients (18+)
• Conduct physical exams, order and interpret diagnostic tests
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions (e.g., hypertension, diabetes, COPD)
• Develop personalized treatment plans and monitor patient progress
• Provide preventive care and health education
• Collaborate with specialists, nurses, and administrative staff
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in EMR system
• Participate in quality improvement and continuing education initiatives

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)
• Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine residency program
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine
• Active and unrestricted medical license in Connecticut
• DEA certification
• Strong clinical, communication, and organizational skills
• Commitment to patient-centered care and team-based practice

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in outpatient primary care or multispecialty group practice
• Bilingual or multilingual skills a plus
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR)

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• CME allowance and paid time off
• Malpractice insurance (including tail coverage)
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Litigation Paralegal

Come join our team in a diversified insurance defense litigation practice with offices throughout New England and New York. We are seeking an energetic, self-motivated and detail-oriented candidate for a full-time paralegal position in our Hartford office.

A career at Hassett | Donnelly means a varied and stimulating practice among like-minded, forward-thinking professionals. We are proud of the people with whom we work and of their achievements. We offer a supportive, creative environment that enables our attorneys to respond with effective and innovative solutions to the challenges our clients bring.

Responsibilities

• Litigation Paralegal may review a high volume of documents and assist in document productions and discovery
• Prepares for trial by producing, compiling, organizing, and indexing various evidentiary exhibits; marks and identifies trial exhibits and drafts a list of exhibits to be offered at trial
• May perform a range of tasks including, but not limited to the preparation of medical chronologies, narrative summaries, charts, tables, graphs, or other visual aids to be used at motion hearings and trials.
• Support attorneys with litigation process
• Conduct research and gather information using general and legal research tools
• File pleadings, motions and other documents

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• 5+ years of litigation experience
• Trial experience in state and federal courts
• Experience in eDiscovery
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to multitask
• Knowledge of legal terminology and civil rules and procedures
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment
• The desire to succeed, learn and to continue to develop and apply relevant experience on the job

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Freeman Mathis & Gary is a dynamic and growing 500+ lawyer national litigation firm, with thirty-nine offices in twenty-one states. We are seeking an Attorney Partner with experience in handling Professional Liability matters to join our growing Hartford, Connecticut office. The ideal candidate has at least 6+ years' experience. This individual will maintain positive contact with clients, observe confidentiality of client matters, and must be team-oriented.

FMG's Professional Liability Practice Group has decades of experience and unparalleled trial expertise in defending professionals and their insurers in errors and omissions claims throughout the nation.

Responsibilities:

· Provide initial analysis and develop case strategy

· Prepare and respond to discovery

· Take and defend depositions, draft motions and attend hearings

· Explain legal options to clients and bringing possible outcomes or threats to their attention.

· Build relationships with clients

· Ability to negotiate, research, and communicate verbally and in writing effectively.

Requirements:

· Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school.

· In good standing and able to practice law in the state of Connecticut

· Strong critical thinking skills and solid academic background.

· Strong sense of urgency about problem solving, meeting deadlines and achieving goals

· Knowledgeable, attentive, and proactive.

· Excellent communicator, negotiator, public speaker, and problem solver.

· Self-motivated, and goal oriented with a track record of meeting billable hours goals.

· Inclined to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.

· Detail oriented, organized and effective.

· Professional and can get along with people; communicates well with staff.

· Computer skills: Microsoft Word and Outlook.

· Experience with iManage and/or OneDrive a plus.

What we offer:

· Competitive compensation.

· Opportunity for growth and advancement within the Firm.

· Speaking and writing opportunities.

· Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision.

· Bar expenses paid by Firm.

· HSA and FSA plans to help offset taxes for employees and dependents.

· 401K Plan.

· Company provided life insurance up to $150k.

· Company paid long-term disability coverage.

· Year-end bonuses and referral fee incentives.

· Regular, firmwide socials and events.

· Employee Assistance Program.

EEO Statement

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP (FMG) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees by maintaining a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status as provided by law. FMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This position is subject to our drug‐free workplace policy, which includes the ability to pass a pre‐employment drug screen. Employees may be subject to reasonable‐suspicion drug testing in accordance with Firm policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Location Detail: MMH-71 Haynes Street (10627)

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The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns.

This position reports directly to the Manager of Behavioral Health Crisis and takes direction from the Clinical Nurse Manager of the department where they are floated. Provides direct and indirect clinical services to children and/or adolescents and/or adults in need of behavioral health care. Responsible for treatment of the client and provision of age-appropriate care. Core skills may include crisis assessment, intake assessment, individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, treatment planning, case management, team/community collaboration, patient/family education, and triage/discharge planning. Will provide flexible coverage as assigned to all services within Behavioral Health. Creates a caring and compassionate environment through ECHN’s Core Values of Teamwork, Communication, Respect and Caring.

COMPETENCIES:

• Working knowledge of psychiatric disorders, familiarity with abuse and neglect reporting mandates, knowledge of community-based resources and comprehension of the pre-authorization and billing processes are considered a plus.
• The duties of the position require strong clinical skills including a demonstrated strength in team orientation and an ability to function effectively in a work environment where multitasking is necessary.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills using the English language is essential.
• Must be flexible in approach so that service-specific as well as overall system needs can be met.

• Must be capable of taking swift and efficient action, including patient restraint when responding to patient emergency codes.

   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position. These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time

1. Demonstrates skill in gathering and assessing comprehensive information regarding bio-psychosocial influences and etiology of addiction and co-morbid psychiatric disorders including client’s physical status and compulsion/ preoccupation to use, as evidenced by chart reviews and supervisor observations.

1. Develops, implements, and modifies treatment plans, interventions, and disposition/discharge plans as needed, addressing both age-specific and substance abuse-specific issues within professional standards and per department guidelines, as evidenced by chart reviews and supervisor observations.

1. Makes timely and appropriate referrals to least restrictive setting, demonstrating knowledge of levels of care and appropriate community and treatment resources, as evidenced by supervisor observations.

1. Completes all requested forms, documentation, and other reporting requirements in a timely manner and in accordance with Department of Children and Family (DCF), managed care, probate court, JCAHO, and other standards with which program must comply, as evidenced by chart reviews and supervisor observation.

1. Actively participates in and contributes to team meetings in order to enhance patient outcomes. Communicates effectively and consistently with team members including attending psychiatrists, nursing staff, medical director, and inpatient unit leadership, as evidenced by feedback from staff and psychiatrists as well as supervisor observations.

1. Demonstrates sound knowledge base of, and appreciation for, growth and development and current issues specific to age group being served, as evidenced by development of appropriate treatment plans and therapeutic interventions in individual, family, and group therapy, as evidenced by chart reviews, supervisor observations and successful completion of competency.

1. Demonstrates flexibility in meeting the fluctuating staffing needs of the department, as evidenced by willingness to adjust scheduled hours and assignments in accordance with the needs of the program, as evidenced by supervisor observation.

1. Demonstrates value of patient and family education, utilizing appropriate psycho-educational material, as evidenced by chart reviews, feedback on satisfaction surveys and supervisor observation.

1. Establishes rapport with patient and family, consistently demonstrating perceptiveness and empathy in clinical interactions, as evidenced by patient and family feedback and supervisor observation.

1. Facilitates skill development by careful planning of therapeutic groups, individual and family interventions, as evidenced by patient and family feedback and supervisor observation.

1. Effectively uses psychological and physical management techniques to manage violent or potentially violent situations consistent with Physical Management Training (PMT) training, as evidenced by peer feedback, supervisor observation and attendance at annual PMT refresher.

1. Participates in Early Response codes and Dr. Strong codes, attendance at PMT refresher trainings.

1. Demonstrates an understanding of learning disorders, as evidenced by flexibility of teaching methods and interactions with patients, patient and family feedback, supervisor observation and successful completion of competency.

1. Demonstrates ability to identify obstacles and barriers that interfere with treatment compliance and resolve issues, as evidenced by discharge planning and treatment outcome, feedback from patient and family and supervisor observation. 

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• A minimum of a Master's degree in the Behavioral Health field is required.
• A State of CT. Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) or equivalent required.
• Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification is preferred but not required.
• Must be trained in PMT and de-escalation techniques, as prescribed by ECHN, and receive certification within 6 months of hire into the role.

EXPERIENCE:

• Prior experience working in the Behavioral Health field, preferably to specific prospective service setting.
• Level of care age-specific competencies is required.We take great care of careers

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Location Detail: MMH-71 Haynes Street (10627)

Work where every moment matters.
 
Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here.  We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.

The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns.

This position reports to the Adult Ambulatory Coordinator and/or to the Director of the Service and the Medical Director. Provides direct and indirect clinical services to adults in need of mental health care and is responsible for treatment of the client and provision of age-appropriate care. Core skills may include crisis assessment, intake assessment, individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, treatment planning, case management, team/community collaboration, patient/family education and triage/discharge planning. As skill sets permits, may provide flexible coverage to another service within Behavioral Health on a short-term basis. Creates a caring and compassionate environment through the Core Values of Teamwork, Communication, Respect and Caring.

COMPETENCIES

• This position requires computer competency with basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook, strong clinical skills including a demonstrated team orientation, and strong written as well as verbal communication skills using the English language.
• Must be flexible in approach so that service- specific as well as overall system needs can be met.
• Must be able to function effectively and, at times, independently in an environment where multi-tasking is necessary.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITES:

Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job.  They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position.  These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time.

1. Actively participates in individual or group clinical supervision, as evidenced by presenting cases for discussion, identifying clinical skills areas needing improvement and openly accepting feedback from supervisor and peers.

1. Demonstrates an awareness of the impact of his/her behavior on peers’ and clients’ behaviors, as evidenced by their ability self assess in individual and/or group supervision.

1. Conceptualizes and organizes data from a definite theoretical perspective, as evidenced by documentation and case presentation in clinical team meetings and in individual and group supervision.

1. Demonstrates knowledge and respect for cultural differences in respect to the treatment approach, as evidenced through documentation and in clinical team meetings.

1. Generates and disseminates accurate clinical case formulation and information and identifies realistic treatment goals, as evidenced by documentation on treatment plans and in clinical team meetings and individual and/or group supervision.

1. Conveys warmth, genuineness and empathy and respects the patient as a whole person with strengths and needs, as evidenced through direct observation and patient feedback.

1. Establishes a shared sense of outcome and processes goals with the patient, as evidenced by patient feedback and direct observation.

1. Consistently obtains required releases of information and networks, communicates and coordinates with community providers—Department of Children and Families (DCF), Adult Probation, etc., during treatment and through discharge, as evidenced by chart audit.

1. Realistically assesses and reassesses progress and revises formulation and diagnosis as indicated, as evidenced by treatment plan updates and participation in clinical team meetings and in individual and/or group supervision.

1. Performs conscientiously and productively and fulfills responsibilities without reminder, as evidenced by direct observation, and chart audit.

1. Exercises good judgment in seeking help and when acting independently, as evidenced by direct observation and individual and/or group supervision.

1. Facilitates skill development by careful planning of DBT groups and implementation of DBT, as evidenced by direct observation, documentation of progress and/or individual or group supervision.

1. Completes all requested forms, letters and documentation requirements with accuracy and thoroughness in a timely manner and in accordance with JCAHO, Managed Care and other standards with which the program must comply, as evidenced by chart audit.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION

• This position requires a Masters degree and Connecticut licensure as a licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).

EXPERIENCE

• Level of care and age-specific competencies are required.

• Training and/or familiarity with Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), familiarity with abuse and neglect reporting and duty-to-warn mandates, knowledge of community-based resources and experience with pre-authorization and billing processes is preferred.

   

   

  We take great care of careers

   

  With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.  Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children.  We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.  Every moment matters.  And this is your moment