Psych MD/DO for Underserved Population

Our Client growing not-for-profit health care and social service agency that serves the homeless and underserved population of New York City is seeking a Mental Health providers for their more than thirty shelters and drop-in centers throughout NYC.

The Psychiatrist is responsible for providing care and treatment to the centers patients.

Performs psychiatric evaluations, assessing mental disorders and recommendation for treatment
Provides services in accordance with generally acceptable standards of medical practice
Develops a plan of treatment/care for the patient that also includes education and follow-up visits
Makes referrals, as indicated by the needs of the patient
Communicates with other health care providers related to diagnosis, treatment and plan for the patient either verbally and/or through documentation in the medical record
Maintains current and complete documentation in the medical record that reflects the care and services provided to the patient
Adheres to the centers established policies and procedures
Participates as a member of the medical staff and adheres to the medical staff bylaws
Participates as a member of committees as requested by the Medical Director
Provides supervision and consultation to staff psychiatric Nurse Practitioners/Physician assistants as requested by the Medical Director

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience:

Current license as a physician in New York State.
Completion of an accredited residency program in the field of psychiatry
Meets all the requirements for appointment/reappointment as a member of the medical staff.

Permanent Psychiatry Job Harrison, NY