Psychiatry Physician

Our client, a leading healthcare provider dedicated to innovative behavioral health solutions, is hiring a Psychiatrist - Intensive Crisis Residence (ICR) - Part-Time. This position offers a unique opportunity for a BC/BE psychiatrist to contribute to a progressive model of care aimed at providing alternatives to hospitalization for individuals in psychiatric crisis. With a focus on multidisciplinary collaboration, the psychiatrist will be instrumental in delivering direct patient care, establishing clinical protocols, and refining treatment programs within a newly developed Intensive Crisis Residence in Westchester County, NY. This role is ideal for professionals committed to impactful mental health services and program development in a dynamic clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct psychiatric care to patients within the crisis residence setting.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and ongoing refinement of clinical policies and procedures.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including social workers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, to coordinate patient treatment plans.
• Participate in program development initiatives to enhance patient stabilization and safe discharge planning.
• Contribute to the assessment and refinement of structured clinical programming designed to meet patients' needs effectively.

Requirements

• Minimum of Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry.
• Active New York Medical License.
• Proven experience in psychiatric care, preferably with crisis or inpatient populations.
• Exceptional communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
• Prior experience in program development and clinical protocol refinement is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Willingness to work part-time, day shifts, Monday through Friday, with flexibility around working hours.
• Additional certifications or training related to crisis intervention or emergency psychiatry are a plus.
• Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to patient-centered care and mental health advocacy.

Some of the Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Health coverage, including options for family coverage.
• Contribution to innovative mental health programming within a supportive team environment.
• Flexibility in scheduling to support work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and involvement in program development at a state-supported facility.
• Malpractice insurance coverage, including tail, provided.

Salary: The posted range is not a guarantee. The actual salary will be based on qualifications, experience, and education and could fall outside of this range. Contact us for more information.