Per Diem Psychiatrist, Correctional Health Services *Various Locations*

Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY); New York (NY); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in New York is seeking a Psychiatrist to deliver mental health care within the jail system. The role involves providing evaluations, treatment, and supervision of staff while ensuring comprehensive care for patients with serious mental illnesses. The position offers competitive compensation and a commitment to diversity in healthcare.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Free medical plans from day one

Excellent dental insurance

Generous paid time off

Loan forgiveness eligibility

Occurrence-based medical malpractice coverage

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience with individuals with serious mental illness in an institutional setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric care, including evaluations and consultations.
• Develop and review individual treatment plans.
• Document all activities in the electronic medical record.

Skills

Psychiatric Care

Patient Assessment

Team Collaboration

Education

Doctor of Medicine

4-year US-accredited psychiatric residency

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: CHS - Astoria, NY

Position Type: Per Diem

Salary Range: $200.00 - $200.00 Hourly

Job Shift: .003

Job Category: Allied Health

Description

Employed by PAGNY for The Division of Correctional Health Services (CHS) of New York City Health + Hospitals (H+H), this role involves delivering medical care, mental health care, and discharge planning within the jail system. Approximately 25% of new admissions to the NYC jail system annually will receive care from this service. It aims to provide safe, holistic, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions for diverse mental health issues, from serious mental illness to the natural struggles of incarceration. The service offers comprehensive treatment modalities, including specialty housing units, a 24-hour psychiatric service, creative arts programming, DBT training, clinics in each facility, substance use treatment, re-entry services, and collaborations with training institutions across the city.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric care, including evaluations, follow-ups, and urgent consultations for mental health patients.
• Consult with non-prescribing mental health and medical staff regarding diagnosis and treatment.
• Participate in team meetings regularly, with frequency depending on the work setting.
• Develop and review individual treatment plans.
• Assess patients for higher levels of care, including hospitalization, and maintain contact with psychiatric staff during hospitalizations.
• Document all activities promptly and clearly in the electronic medical record.
• Supervise psychiatric nurse practitioners and physician assistants as needed.
• Engage in weekly supervision with psychiatric leadership.
• Supervise psychiatric volunteers, including residents or fellows, with appropriate documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisory staff.

This position is located on Rikers Island.

Schedule: Monday: 8am-4pm

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine degree.
• Valid New York State medical license.
• Completion of a 4-year US-accredited psychiatric residency.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry (ABPN).
• Minimum 2 years' experience with individuals with serious mental illness in an institutional setting.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Choice of tiered, starting at free medical plans from day one.
• Excellent dental insurance.
• Generous paid time off.
• Eligibility for loan forgiveness through the National Student Debt Forgiveness Center.
• Visa candidates considered.
• Occurrence-based medical malpractice coverage.
• Salary: $200 Hourly

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About PAGNY

Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) is a leading multi-disciplinary group dedicated to supporting healthcare providers caring for vulnerable patients in NYC. Comprising over 4,000 professionals, PAGNY provides services to NYC Health + Hospitals, the largest public health system in the U.S., ensuring high-quality healthcare across the city.

We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from underrepresented groups in healthcare.

PAGNY is an equal opportunity employer. Applications must be completed online. For more info, see the EEO poster or visit https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm.