• Psychiatry Physician (Inpatient & Outpatient)

    Mohawk Valley Health System (Utica, NY)


    Psychiatry Physician (Inpatient & Outpatient)

     

    Department: PSYCHIATRIC UNIT

    Job Summary

    Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatrist to join our multidisciplinary Behavioral Health team. This full-time, hospital-employed position offers the rewarding opportunity to care for a diverse patient population needing both acute care and continuity of treatment. The schedule is Monday-Friday, four days inpatient and one day outpatient, with a shared call rotation. Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible with a NYS License. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

     

    Core Job Responsibilities

     

    + Conduct psychiatric evaluations, manage medications, and coordinate care plans

    + Work collaboratively with psychiatric nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, and other support staff

    + Participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds, treatment team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives

    + Opportunity to see both adult and child/adolescent populations

    + Engage in medical education through supervision and teaching of psychiatry residents

    + 4 days inpatient, 1 day outpatient

    + Participate in shared call

    + Must be on site

     

    Education/Experience Requirements

    REQUIRED:

    + Medical degree (M.D. or D.O.) and successful completion of a residency and internship.

    + Experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified, which may include residency in a directly related medical specialty.

    + Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.

    + Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

    + Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient care services in area of medical expertise.

    + Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students in area of expertise.

    + Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage.

    + Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops.

    + Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise.

    + Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

    + Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.

    + Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.

    + Effective verbal and written communication skills.

     

    Licensure/Certification Requirements

    REQUIRED:

    + Current NYS Certification/Licensure

    + Federal DEA Certification

    + Board certified or Board Eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty, Medical Specialty License or Certification if applicable

     

    Disclaimer

     

    Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.

     

    Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

    Job Details

    Req Id 96603

     

    Department PSYCHIATRIC UNIT

    Shift Variable

    Shift Hours Worked 12.00

    FTE 1

    Work Schedule PHYSICIAN

     

    Employee Status A1 - Full-Time

     

    Union Non-Union

     

    Pay Range $280,000-$370,000