Per Diem Prescriber

Care Plus NJ, Inc.; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Life & AD&D insurance

Employee Discount and Rewards Program

Job summary

CarePlus New Jersey is seeking a per-diem psychiatrist to join the Screening Center, delivering timely assessments and patient-centered dispositions across telepsychiatry and in-person evaluations.

Flexible scheduling in a 24/7 program, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and a focus on least restrictive care with strong documentation and education for families.

Qualifications

• MD/DO from an accredited institution.
• Board certification or eligibility in psychiatry.
• Experience in emergency psychiatry or inpatient settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive psychiatric evaluations to determine NJ commitment standards and document thoroughly.
• Complete Screening Certificates when indicated by clinical and legal guidelines.
• Promote care in the least restrictive environment with alternatives to hospitalization when appropriate.
• Collaborate with certified screeners, crisis clinicians, ED teams and receiving facilities for seamless transitions.
• Educate families and support systems for continuity of care and care coordination.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case reviews, clinical discussions and quality initiatives.
• Maintain precise, timely, and compliant clinical documentation.
• Deliver care via telepsychiatry when clinically appropriate.

Skills

Emergency psychiatry

Consultation-liaison

Inpatient psychiatry

Leadership experience

Education

MD/DO from an accredited medical school

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry

Job description

Location: PESP
Status: Per Diem
Salary Range: $150-$180

What We Offer:

• Life & AD&D insurance; STD & LTD coverage
• Employee Discount and Rewards Program

Job Description

As a per-diem Psychiatrist with the Screening Center, you will provide an active role in patient care and join a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment focused on timely assessments, appropriate dispositions, and patient-centered outcomes.

Flexible scheduling is available within a 24/7 program model, with coverage delivered through a combination of telepsychiatry and in-person evaluations. Scheduling is tailored to align physician availability and programmatic needs and will be discussed during the interview process.

What You Will Do:

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations to determine if individuals meet New Jersey commitment standards, ensuring timely, accurate, and defensible documentation
• Complete Screening Certificates when clinically and legally indicated, in accordance with New Jersey Statutes Annotated 30:4-27.5
• Champion care in the least restrictive environment, developing and documenting alternatives to hospitalization whenever appropriate
• Collaborate closely with certified screeners, crisis clinicians, emergency department teams, and receiving facilities to ensure seamless care transitions
• Engage with families and support systems to provide education, guidance, and continuity of care
• Participate in interdisciplinary case reviews, clinical discussions, and quality initiatives
• Maintain precise, timely, and compliant clinical documentation
• Deliver care via telepsychiatry when clinically appropriate

What We Need to See:

• MD or DO from an accredited institution
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry (Board Certification required for Medical Director)
• Demonstrated clinical expertise in emergency psychiatry, consultation-liaison, or inpatient settings preferred
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience required for Medical Director role
• Familiarity with New Jersey Screening Law is highly desirable
• Commitment to clinical excellence, collaboration, and high-quality patient care

About Care Plus New Jersey:

CarePlus New Jersey has been-and continues to be a leader in mental health and a pioneer in integrated care in Northern New Jersey for more than 45 years. CarePlus strives for excellence in mental health, addiction recovery, and community-based services. Our goal is to offer affordable, accessible, and holistic-centered care that empowers individuals to reach their full potential and enhance their quality of life.