Per Diem Psychiatrist, CPEP – Emergency Psychiatry (NYC)

PAGNY; New York (NY); On-site; USD 276,000 - 310,000; Part time

Job summary

PAGNY is seeking a per diem Psychiatrist to join NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi in the Psychiatry department. The role emphasizes coverage for the Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program (CPEP) with responsibilities spanning clinical and administrative oversight.

Based in Bronx, NY, the position offers competitive hourly rates and alignment with the hospital’s mission. Qualified candidates will be board certified or eligible in Psychiatry and hold an active NYS medical license.

Qualifications

• Board certification or eligibility in Psychiatry.
• Active license to practice medicine in New York State.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall functioning and clinical/administrative coverage of the CPEP.
• Initiate treatment for acute and chronic psychiatric and medical illnesses.
• Conduct physical rounds of all units at start of each shift during call to determine bed availability in coordination with ADN.
• Respond to all requests for psychiatric support in the management of agitated patients on any service in the BH service.
• Supervise nurses, social workers, physician assistants, students, and others participating in the care of patients.
• Complete comprehensive assessments and treatment plans.
• Coordinatedisposition planning in conjunction with Social Work and Physician Assistant staff.
• Document incidents in conjunction with other members of the treatment team.

Education

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry

Active New York State Medical License

Job description

PAGNY is seeking a per diem Psychiatrist to join NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi in the Psychiatry department. The role emphasizes coverage for the Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program (CPEP) with responsibilities spanning clinical and administrative oversight.

Based in Bronx, NY, the position offers competitive hourly rates and alignment with the hospital’s mission. Qualified candidates will be board certified or eligible in Psychiatry and hold an active NYS medical license.