Psychiatry Physician Per Diem

Job summary

Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatrist to join our multidisciplinary Behavioral Health team. This position offers the rewarding opportunity to care for a diverse patient population in a supportive, collaborative environment. Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible with a NYS License. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

• Core job responsibilities
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with a wide range of psychiatric conditions
• Provide medication management and collaborate on individualized treatment plans
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team including therapists, social workers, and primary care providers
• Participate in team meetings and quality improvement initiatives
• Opportunity to see both adult and child/adolescent populations
• Participate in shared call
• Engage in medical education through supervision and teaching of psychiatry residents
• Demonstrate quality in documentation

Education/Experience requirements

Required

• Medical degree (M.D. or D.O.) and successful completion of a residency and internship.
• Experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified, which may include residency in a directly related medical specialty.
• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient care services in area of medical expertise.
• Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students in area of expertise.
• Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage.
• Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops.
• Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise.