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Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY)

Per Diem Psychiatrist, Correctional Health Services *Various Locations*

Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY), New York, New York, us, 10261

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Per Diem Psychiatrist, Correctional Health Services *Various Locations* Employer:

Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY)

Pay Range:

$200.00/hr – $200.00/hr

Location:

This position is located on Rikers Island, New York City. The psychiatrist will be matched with the population that most closely matches their clinical expertise and desired work location across 12 facilities.

Schedule:

Monday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Responsibilities:

Provides psychiatric care, including admission evaluations, follow‑ups, and urgent and emergent consultations to individuals enrolled in the mental health service.

Provides consultation to non‑prescribing mental health staff and medical staff about diagnosis, treatment and/or the need for psychiatric medication.

Participates in team meetings with treatment staff: daily if working on a mental observation unit; weekly in clinics.

Regularly participates in the creation of individual treatment plans for patients and reviews plans already in place.

Evaluates patients for the need for higher level of care, including hospitalizations; maintains contact with psychiatric staff to ensure continuity of care.

Documents all activities in the electronic medical record in a timely, concise and clear manner.

Provides clinical supervision as needed for psychiatric nurse practitioners and physician assistants.

Engages in weekly clinical supervision with psychiatric leadership.

Provides clinical supervision for psychiatric volunteers (resident or fellow) as needed, including direct supervision and documentation of evaluation and feedback.

Performs other duties as assigned by the Senior Psychiatrist or Mental Health Manager.

Experience working in correctional settings is not required; the ability to work closely and effectively with multiple disciplines, including security staff, is critical.

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