Locum Tenens Adult Forensic Psychiatrist Inpatient Forensic Unit
Rochester, New York
Description
We are seeking a Locum Tenens Adult Forensic Psychiatrist to provide psychiatric services in an inpatient forensic setting in Rochester, NY. This is a minimum 6-month assignment with the possibility of extension , with a long-term need extending through December 31, 2030 .
The position involves caring for patients on an inpatient forensic unit, primarily individuals with CPL 330.20, CPL 730, and 508 designations . Patient length of stay may range from several months to more than 5 years .
About the facility
- Located in Rochester, NY
- Western NY Region (Region 5)
- Adult inpatient forensic psychiatric setting
- Inpatient Forensic Unit
- Approximately patients per provider
- Patient population primarily includes individuals with CPL 330.20, CPL 730, and 508 designations
- Length of stay ranges from several months to 5+ years
Compensation:
Pay Rate: Details can be discussed further after applying to the job posting.
Job Responsibilities
- Provide psychiatric evaluation and treatment for adult forensic inpatients
- Manage an inpatient forensic caseload of approximately patients
- Provide ongoing psychiatric care for patients with competency and criminal procedure-related needs
- Participate in scheduled weekday clinical duties
- Provide additional on-call coverage as required
- Respond to clinical needs during occasional nights, weekends, and holidays
- Collaborate with the inpatient treatment team to support patient care
Qualifications
- ABPN General Psychiatry Board Certification Required
- Forensic Psychiatry Board Certification Preferred
- Active New York State medical license Required
- NYS DEA Registration Required
- New York State Medicaid Enrollment Required
- Medicare Enrollment Required
- Experience or interest in forensic inpatient psychiatry preferred
Working Hours
- 40 hours per week
- Monday Friday
- 8:00 AM 4:30 PM
- Up to 16 additional on-call hours per week
- On-call coverage may include occasional:
- Assignment Term: 6 months with possibility to extend
Skills
- Adult psychiatry
- Inpatient forensic psychiatry
- Forensic psychiatric assessment and treatment
- Management of patients with competency and criminal procedure-related needs
- Inpatient psychiatric patient management
- On-call psychiatric coverage
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Familiarity with CPL 330.20, CPL 730, and 508 patient designations
Apply today to discuss compensation, credentialing, assignment details, and on-call requirements.
