Psychiatrist

Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatrist to join our multidisciplinary Behavioral Health team. This full-time, hospital-employed position is based in a structured inpatient setting and offers the opportunity to provide high-quality care to patients with acute psychiatric needs.

About the role

This position is full-time, Monday-Friday, with a shared call rotation. The role involves 4 days on the inpatient unit and 1 day in the Emergency Department.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, manage medications, and coordinate care plans
• Work collaboratively with psychiatric nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, and other support staff
• Participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds, treatment team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives
• Participate in shared call
• Engage in medical education through supervision and teaching of psychiatry residents
• Demonstrate quality in documentation

Requirements

• 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
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements
• Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

Qualifications

• Current NYS Certification/Licensure
• Federal DEA Certification
• Board certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package.

Pay

$280,000-$370,000 per year

Schedule

• Full-time, Monday-Friday
• Variable shift with 12-hour workdays
• Shared call rotation