Emergency Psychiatry Physician — 24/7 Crisis Care

One Brooklyn Health System Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 230,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

One Brooklyn Health System is seeking a Psychiatrist for the Psychiatric Emergency Room to conduct diagnostic assessments and provide crisis intervention for patients referred by EMS and community services. The role includes evaluating danger to self/others and determining inpatient hospitalization needs.

Responsibilities include coordinating care with ER staff, documenting findings, and providing orders for inpatient psychiatric care and detoxification.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• Board eligibility or board certification in Psychiatry required.
• Strong English communication skills in writing and speaking.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic psychiatric interviews and risk assessments.
• Determine level and type of care, including inpatient hospitalization when needed.
• Collaborate with ER staff and specialists to plan disposition and orders.
• Document findings, obtain consent, and issue initial orders for care.
• Provide 24/7 psychiatric coverage for ER and inpatient services evenings, nights, weekends.

Skills

English communication

Education

MD or DO

Board eligible/board certified in Psychiatry

Job description

One Brooklyn Health System is seeking a Psychiatrist for the Psychiatric Emergency Room to conduct diagnostic assessments and provide crisis intervention for patients referred by EMS and community services. The role includes evaluating danger to self/others and determining inpatient hospitalization needs.

Responsibilities include coordinating care with ER staff, documenting findings, and providing orders for inpatient psychiatric care and detoxification.