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Posted 21 July, 2026

Inpatient Behavioral Health Medical Director - UConn Waterbury

Waterbury Hospital
Waterbury, CT, US Full Time

Job Description

UConn Health Waterbury, Behavioral Health Inpatient Medical Director

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Lead Clinical Excellence. Inspire Exceptional Patient Care.

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Waterbury Hospital is seeking an experienced and collaborative Inpatient Medical Director to provide physician leadership for our inpatient Behavioral Health Department. This physician leader will partner with hospital administration, nursing leadership, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care while advancing quality, safety, operational efficiency, and physician engagement.

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The Inpatient Medical Director will play a key role in developing clinical initiatives, promoting evidence-based practices, supporting quality improvement efforts, and fostering a collaborative culture among providers and hospital leadership.

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About Waterbury Hospital
\n Waterbury Hospital is a 357-bed acute care facility with a Level II Trauma Center designation, providing advanced medical care to more than 350,000 residents in the greater Waterbury region. The hospital employs over 2,000 staff members and works with a medical staff of nearly 700 providers.

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Our affiliate partners include:

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    The Heart Center of Greater Waterbury

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    Cardiology Associates of Greater Waterbury

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    The Harold Leever Cancer Center

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    Access Rehabilitation Network

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About UConn Health
\n UConn Health, part of the nationally recognized University of Connecticut, delivers world-class patient care, groundbreaking research, and innovative medical education, serving over one million patients annually. As part of this academic system, providers benefit from strong institutional resources, collaboration, and opportunities for professional development.

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Life in Connecticut
\n Located along the I-84 corridor, Waterbury sits among the scenic hills and classic New England towns of northwestern Connecticut. The region offers an exceptional quality of life with excellent schools, vibrant cultural attractions, and convenient access to New York City, Boston, Connecticut's Gold Coast, and the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts.

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Join UConn Health at Waterbury Hospital and become part of a team committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and compassionate community care.