Assistant Medical Director

OVERVIEW

Overstory Health builds world-class patient-centric Partial Hospital & Intensive Outpatient (PHP & IOP) programs for those with high acuity mental health needs. Our mission is to provide more accessible and dignified behavioral health care for clients when they need care the most. With a clinical model validated by McLean Hospital, we deliver comprehensive psychiatric, therapeutic, and community reintegration services to our patients. Our teams provide high-quality, whole-person, evidence-based care, with the goal of patient stability, connection, and confidence from program admission to post-graduation.

ABOUT THE ROLE

At Overstory Health, we help adults heal, grow, and thrive by offering comprehensive behavioral health care when once-a-week therapy isn’t enough. As a Psychiatrist and Assistant Medical Director, you will play a key role in supporting clients through some of their most challenging moments. You will work closely with a collaborative care team to provide thoughtful psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and compassionate clinical support in both our Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient programs.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact—within a modern care model rooted in community, backed by evidence, and focused on whole-person healing.

YOU’LL BE A GOOD FIT IF YOU

Have clinical experience working with adults with higher-risk behavioral health conditions

Have experience in crisis intervention and conflict resolution

Want to gain experience within a clinically complex population

Desire to grow and learn clinically and professionally

Are eager to be part of a fast-paced dynamic team in a start-up environment; this includes having excellent interpersonal skills and a desire to be collaborative across disciplines

Are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for your fellow team and patients

Can work well with others in a non-hierarchical environment where opinions are welcomed regardless of titles

QUALIFICATIONS

Lives in Boston, MA or is willing to relocate

W2 position, full-time with availability up to 40 hours per week

Confidence working with Medicaid populations and clients with complex social needs

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn department and job-specific software systems (e.g., Slack, Zoom, Electronic Health Record, etc.)

Ability to work for any employer in the United States

Licensed or ability to obtain MA Board of Medical Practice Licensure.

Ability to obtain and/or maintain DEA certification for MA.

Skilled in the evaluation and treatment of mental illness.

Excellent communication skills and the desire to work in a collaborative, team-based environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide Psychiatric Care

Complete psychiatric evaluations and intake assessments for new clients

Create and guide individualized treatment plans in partnership with the care team

Prescribe and manage medications, monitor for effectiveness and side effects, and adjust as needed

Offer support in clinical crises and help manage complex behavioral health needs

Support Ongoing Health & Recovery

Monitor mental and physical health status, including vital signs and symptoms

Oversee medication self-administration during programming and ensure safe handling of client medications

Educate clients and families on diagnoses, medications, and self-care strategies

Participate in individual check-ins and therapeutic groups when appropriate

Work as Part of a Collaborative Team

Partner with therapists, social workers, and care coordinators to provide integrated, team-based care

Attend daily scheduled treatment team meetings and case reviews to discuss progress and adjust plans

Coordinate with outside providers and resources to support continuity of care and smooth transitions

Document & Lead with Accountability

Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in the EMR

Uphold the highest standards for ethical, trauma-informed, and culturally competent care

Stay current on best practices in psychiatric care and participate in ongoing learning and development

BENEFITS

Competitive base compensation and performance incentives

Generous paid time off (PTO)

11 paid holidays

Medical malpractice insurance for full-time employees

Medical insurance coverage (health, dental, vision) with no waiting period for enrollment

Short and long-term disability insurance at no cost to you

401K match up to 4% of income

Continuing Education (e.g., CME, CEU) reimbursements

License renewal reimbursement

Supplemental benefits

HOW TO APPLY

If you are passionate about behavioral health and want to make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you!

Please submit your resume and a short email detailing your interest in this role to [email protected]