Med Dir of Psych Ed-Special Initiatives-BX542001

ICL Inc. • New York, NY

64d

About The Position

Under the clinical supervision of Senior Psychiatrist and administrative oversight of a Program Director, the Medical Director for Psychiatry Education supervises Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners and develops monthly psychiatry education sessions. Provides psychiatric evaluations, prescribes and monitors medications, and participates in interdisciplinary treatment planning. They deliver comprehensive psychiatric care across various ICL settings, including mobile teams, outpatient clinics, transitional housing and specialist programs.

Requirements

• Unrestricted license to practice medicine in New York State and completion of post-graduate residency training program in General Psychiatry approved by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology for entrance into their examination (Board Eligible).
• Eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicaid and Medicare programs.
• Possession of current Controlled Substances Registration certificate from the US Drug Enforcement Administration.
• License to practice medicine in New York State and certification in General Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, or by a foreign board clearly equivalent (Board Certified).
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, regulatory and auditing agency regulations and standards.
• Ability to write clinical notes in compliance with all applicable standards and regulations.
• Basic computer skills including fluency in electronic medical record applications.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members, other providers, community members, clients and their families.
• Ability to effectively respond to and manage psychiatric emergency situations.
• Knowledge of the agency's policies and procedures.
• Continued employment is based on the ability to maintain professional licensure, registration and participation in the Medicaid and Medicare programs.

Nice To Haves

• Experience providing services to target age groups.
• Experience working as part of a multi-disciplinary treatment team in an outpatient setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and assess medical data.
• Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications; explain effects to clients and families.
• Perform individual, group, and family therapy; provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Participate in treatment planning and approve client plans.
• Ensure documentation and billing compliance through chart reviews and audits.
• Advise clinical staff and contribute to quality assurance and peer review.
• Submit required schedules, logs and time records.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree