Psychiatrist – Child & Adolescent (Bilingual Spanish Highly Preferred) – Behavioral Health
Sun River Health•New York, NY
•$270,309 - $293,631•Onsite
About The Position
Sun River Health is seeking a full-time Psychiatrist to join their healthcare team at the Church Avenue and Bedford Avenue Health Centers in Brooklyn, NY. The Psychiatrist will be responsible for diagnosing and treating a variety of psychiatric conditions, providing medication management, conducting evaluations, and offering therapeutic interventions. This role is crucial for promoting mental health and wellness for the underserved population, ensuring comprehensive care in a supportive and culturally competent environment.
Requirements
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) with a focus in Psychiatry
- 3-5 years of clinical experience in psychiatry
- Valid and active New York State medical license.
- Board Certification in Psychiatry is preferred or Board Eligible for recent graduates
- Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
- DEA License (active or eligible).
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) are preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Conduct psychiatric evaluations, including comprehensive assessments and diagnosis of mental health conditions.
- Develop and implement personalized treatment plans, including medication management and therapeutic interventions in coordination with the patient’s treatment team.
- Provide ongoing medication monitoring and psychiatric care, develop initial and update pharmacological treatment plans based on patient’s progress.
- Educate patients and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and lifestyle changes to promote well-being.
- Collaborate with primary care providers, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure holistic, integrated patient care.
- Participate in case conferences, treatment planning meetings, High Risk meetings, and multidisciplinary team efforts to optimize patient care.
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions, adhering to regulatory and legal requirements.
- Offer crisis intervention and manage psychiatric emergencies as needed.
- Engage in continuous professional development to stay informed of the latest advancements in psychiatry.
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving patient care and clinical outcomes.
- Provide supervision to psychiatric nurse practitioners and other healthcare professionals as required.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Life and Disability Coverage
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Commuter and Transit Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discount Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
