CHMC - Psychiatrist

Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center; City of Ogdensburg (NY); On-site; USD 200,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Student loan repayment program

Comprehensive benefits package

Malpractice insurance coverage

Job summary

Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center is looking for a dedicated Psychiatrist to join our behavioral health team in Ogdensburg, New York. This role offers a chance to lead in clinical care within an inpatient unit, providing expert psychiatric evaluations and medication management. Enjoy a balanced professional life in a region rich in natural beauty, with various perks including a generous sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and educational loan repayment options. Ideal candidates will hold an MD or DO and be board-certified or eligible in Psychiatry.

Qualifications

• Must be Board Eligible or Certified in Psychiatry.
• Comfortable providing hospital-wide consultations within an inpatient unit.
• Open to J-1 and H-1B visa applicants.

Responsibilities

• Conduct holistic psychiatric evaluations to diagnose and manage mental health conditions.
• Provide pharmacological management and psycho-education.
• Collaborate with a team of mental health professionals.
• Ensure continuity of care through follow-up appointments.
• Primarily work day shifts with shared on-call duties.

Skills

Psychiatric evaluation

Medication management

Crisis intervention

Collaboration

Education

MD or DO from an accredited program

Board eligibility or certification in General Psychiatry or Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Job description

CHMC - Psychiatrist

Location: Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center, Ogdensburg, New York, United States Medical.

About this position

Are you a dedicated Psychiatrist looking for a balanced professional life in one of New York’s most scenic regions? Join the North Star Health Alliance in Ogdensburg, situated on the beautiful St. Lawrence River. Whether you enjoy the charm of the 1,000 Islands, the peaks of the Adirondacks, or the international flair of nearby Ottawa, this role offers a high quality of life both inside and outside the clinic.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Board Eligible or Board Certified (BE/BC) Adult or Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist to join our established behavioral health team. In this role, you will lead the clinical care for patients within our secure unit, providing expert psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and specialized treatment planning to support stabilization and recovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehensive Care: Conduct holistic psychiatric evaluations to diagnose and manage acute and chronic mental health illnesses.
• Clinical Intervention: Provide pharmacological management, psycho‑education, and crisis intervention.
• Collaboration: Work alongside an established team of psychiatrists and clinicians to review health assessments and treatment plans.
• Patient Continuity: Conduct follow‑up appointments to ensure the long‑term success of patient treatment plans.
• Schedule: Primarily Day Shift with shared on‑call duties (including nights/days for at least one weekend per month).

Qualifications

• Education: MD or DO from an accredited program.
• Certification: Board Eligible or Board Certified in General Psychiatry or Child & Adolescent Psychiatry.
• Inpatient Experience: Comfortable working within an inpatient unit and providing hospital‑wide consultations.
• Visas: We are actively welcoming J‑1 and H‑1B visa applicants for 2026 and 2027.

Compensation & Benefits

• Financial: Attractive base salary plus wRVU productivity incentives.
• Sign‑On: Generous sign‑on bonus and relocation assistance.
• Education: Student loan repayment program.
• Security: Comprehensive benefits package and malpractice insurance coverage.
• Lifestyle: Proximity to Lake Placid, the Adirondack Foothills, and the Canadian border.

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, please reach out to our recruiting team:

Reilly Alberto, Clinic Recruiter, North Star Health Alliance
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]