PAGNY
Psychiatrist, Correctional Health Services *Evening tour* GRVC
PAGNY, New York, New York, us, 10261
Position Overview
Full‑time position as a Psychiatrist in the Division of Correctional Health Services (CHS) of
New York City Health + Hospitals (H+H) . The role is based on Rikers Island and serves the NYC jail system. Salary range is
$236,900–$247,200
annually.
Responsibilities Under the supervision of the Medical Director of Mental Health or a supervising Psychiatrist, the Psychiatrist provides high‑quality, team‑based psychiatric care—including psychotherapeutic and psychopharmacologic interventions—to individuals incarcerated in the New York City jail system. The psychiatric service strives to provide safe, holistic, and evidence‑based interventions for a diverse range of mental health issues.
Provides psychiatric care, including admission evaluations, follow‑ups and urgent and emergent consultations for 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 the treatment staff daily (if on a mental observation unit) or weekly (if in a clinic).
Regularly participates in the creation of individual treatment plans and reviews existing plans.
Evaluates patients for the need for higher level of care, including hospitalizations, and maintains contact 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 for the facility, the Medical Director, or the Chief of Service for Psychiatry.
Schedule: Monday‑Friday, 4 pm‑12 am.
Qualifications
Doctor of Medicine degree.
New York State license to practice Medicine, in good standing.
Completion of a 4‑year US‑accredited psychiatric residency program.
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry by the ABPN.
At least 2 years’ experience caring for individuals with serious mental illness in an institutional setting.
Benefits
Competitive compensation package.
Choice of a three‑tiered medical plan starting at free coverage from day one.
Excellent dental insurance.
Generous paid time‑off program.
Eligibility for loan forgiveness through the National Student Debt Forgiveness Center.
Visa candidates are considered.
Occurrence‑based medical malpractice policy coverage.
Salary: $236,900 – $247,200 annually
For more information about our incredible benefits, visit our benefits page.
PAGNY
is a large multidisciplinary group dedicated to nurturing healthcare providers who serve the most fragile and vulnerable patients in New York City.
PAGNY
comprises over 4,000 physicians and professionals providing services to
NYC Health + Hospitals (H+H) .
PAGNY
has a strong commitment to diversity and actively encourages applications from groups underrepresented in healthcare. PAGNY is an equal‑opportunity and affirmative‑action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all recruiting and employment practices. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to any protected characteristic. Please note that applications must be submitted online.
View the Federal "EEO is the law" poster or visit
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm
for more information.
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New York City Health + Hospitals (H+H) . The role is based on Rikers Island and serves the NYC jail system. Salary range is
$236,900–$247,200
annually.
Responsibilities Under the supervision of the Medical Director of Mental Health or a supervising Psychiatrist, the Psychiatrist provides high‑quality, team‑based psychiatric care—including psychotherapeutic and psychopharmacologic interventions—to individuals incarcerated in the New York City jail system. The psychiatric service strives to provide safe, holistic, and evidence‑based interventions for a diverse range of mental health issues.
Provides psychiatric care, including admission evaluations, follow‑ups and urgent and emergent consultations for 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 the treatment staff daily (if on a mental observation unit) or weekly (if in a clinic).
Regularly participates in the creation of individual treatment plans and reviews existing plans.
Evaluates patients for the need for higher level of care, including hospitalizations, and maintains contact 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 for the facility, the Medical Director, or the Chief of Service for Psychiatry.
Schedule: Monday‑Friday, 4 pm‑12 am.
Qualifications
Doctor of Medicine degree.
New York State license to practice Medicine, in good standing.
Completion of a 4‑year US‑accredited psychiatric residency program.
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry by the ABPN.
At least 2 years’ experience caring for individuals with serious mental illness in an institutional setting.
Benefits
Competitive compensation package.
Choice of a three‑tiered medical plan starting at free coverage from day one.
Excellent dental insurance.
Generous paid time‑off program.
Eligibility for loan forgiveness through the National Student Debt Forgiveness Center.
Visa candidates are considered.
Occurrence‑based medical malpractice policy coverage.
Salary: $236,900 – $247,200 annually
For more information about our incredible benefits, visit our benefits page.
PAGNY
is a large multidisciplinary group dedicated to nurturing healthcare providers who serve the most fragile and vulnerable patients in New York City.
PAGNY
comprises over 4,000 physicians and professionals providing services to
NYC Health + Hospitals (H+H) .
PAGNY
has a strong commitment to diversity and actively encourages applications from groups underrepresented in healthcare. PAGNY is an equal‑opportunity and affirmative‑action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all recruiting and employment practices. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to any protected characteristic. Please note that applications must be submitted online.
View the Federal "EEO is the law" poster or visit
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm
for more information.
#J-18808-Ljbffr