Psych MD/DO for Underserved Population

Our Client growing not-for-profit health care and social service agency that serves the homeless and underserved population of New York City is seeking a Mental Health providers for their more than thirty shelters and drop-in centers throughout NYC.

The Psychiatrist is responsible for providing care and treatment to the center’s patients.

• Performs psychiatric evaluations, assessing mental disorders and recommendation for treatment
• Provides services in accordance with generally acceptable standards of medical practice
• Develops a plan of treatment/care for the patient that also includes education and follow-up visits
• Makes referrals, as indicated by the needs of the patient
• Communicates with other health care providers related to diagnosis, treatment and plan for the patient either verbally and/or through documentation in the medical record
• Maintains current and complete documentation in the medical record that reflects the care and services provided to the patient
• Adheres to the center’s established policies and procedures
• Participates as a member of the medical staff and adheres to the medical staff bylaws
• Participates as a member of committees as requested by the Medical Director
• Provides supervision and consultation to staff psychiatric Nurse Practitioners/Physician assistants as requested by the Medical Director

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience:

• Current license as a physician in New York State.
• Completion of an accredited residency program in the field of psychiatry
• Meets all the requirements for appointment/reappointment as a member of the medical staff.