Psychiatrist, Self-Pay Residential Program – The Retreat - Towson, MD

The Retreat by Sheppard Pratt provides expert psychiatric care and residential mental health services in a serene, supportive setting. Our highly personalized treatment program allows patients to make meaningful progress toward recovery under the guidance of experienced doctors and specialized clinicians. The Retreat treats individuals with complex psychiatric and co-occurring disorders, offering evidence-based mind and body therapies in an intensive, individualized approach.

What to Expect:
The Psychiatrist is an integral part of a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality psychiatric care to residents in both the residential program and affiliated group homes. This role involves direct patient care, including psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and individualized treatment planning, as well as consultation with the broader clinical team. The psychiatrist may also lead therapy groups, provide outpatient consultations for private-pay patients, and collaborate with staff to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and program protocols. This position requires strong clinical judgment, collaborative skills, and the ability to provide patient-centered care in a supportive, recovery-focused environment.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and ongoing medication management.

• Develop and coordinate individualized, multidisciplinary treatment plans for residential and group home patients.

• Lead therapy groups and provide individual therapy as appropriate.

• Provide consultation to clinicians and staff regarding complex patient care needs.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with medical and regulatory standards.

• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless, coordinated care.

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and program development.

• Mentor junior staff and trainees, supporting professional growth and skill development.

What you’ll get from us:

At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer: 

• An opportunity to provide quality mental health care services in a physician-led organization.
• A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program, access to free SMEs and reimbursement for licensure and association dues.
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits. 
• 403b retirement match.
• Generous paid-time-off and flexible scheduling. 
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program. (EAP) 
• Opportunities for student loan forgiveness.
• Grand rounds, CME opportunities, and on-site lectures.
• An opportunity work with trainees including medical students, residents, and fellows.

What we need from you:

• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Psychiatry and active Maryland medical license.
• Completion of a psychiatry residency program.
• Approximately 2-4 years of post-residency clinical experience, with demonstrated ability to practice independently and manage complex psychiatric presentations, preferred.
• Possession of Maryland Controlled Substances Registration and valid DEA Certificate.
• Experience working with patients in acute behavioral care or residential treatment settings.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring continuous, reliable, patient-centered care.
• Strong therapeutic communication skills with patients, families, and colleagues, adapted to individual needs.

The base pay range for this position is $240,000 minimum to $285,000 maximum. Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, board certifications and years and level of related experience.  

WHY SHEPPARD PRATT?
At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individual’s facing life’s challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!

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