Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician

JOB TITLE ( ) : Psychiatrist - Bronx, NY Minimum of 2 years experience in previous mental health setting, outpatient clinic, or hospital Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is currently seeking a Psychiatrist to fill an opening with a network of federally qualified community health centers located in Bronx, New York. Requirements of the Psychiatrist : Must have an MD / DO degree from an accredited medical school and completion of an accredited residency program in psychiatry Must be Board Certified Must have a valid NY State license, CDS, DEA, and BLS, Medicaid number Must have at least 2 years of experience in a previous mental health setting, outpatient clinic, or hospital Understanding of and passion for Community Healthcare is preferred Benefits of the Psychiatrist : The salary for this position is $270,000 - $325,000 / yr This is a Full-time position Federal / State Loan Repayment Eligibility Generous Paid Time Off including your birthday (4 weeks vacation; 6 sick; 6 personal; 10 paid holidays) Contribution to 401K plan Full Benefits - 100% of cost covered for the employee, 73.5% covered for family by employer Term Life Insurance Malpractice insurance coverage under FTCA Paid continuing medical education Flexible schedules Relocation Reimbursement Responsibilities of the Psychiatrist : Completes a comprehensive patient history by obtaining a history from the patient and other relevant sources (e.g.medical records, family members). Documents the full history and progress notes according to organization policy, and federal and NYS Department of Health laws and regulations. Psychiatric diagnosis according to the latest DSM, ICD, and evidence-based treatment. Performs psychiatric evaluation using history, laboratory tests, and other indicated procedures, orders tests, and interprets results to formulate psychiatric diagnoses, formulates, prescribes, and / or carries out medical treatment. Counsels patients in health related matters. Prescribes or administers treatment recommendations, consisting of psychotherapy, medication, and other specialized psychiatric care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury. Explains procedures and discuss test results on prescribed treatments with patients. Refers patient to medical specialist or other practitioner when necessary. Complete and submit appropriate progress reports to the CMO. Advises patients and the community concerning diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention. Maintains strict confidentiality and follows federal / state and organization regulations in this regard. Plans, implements, or administers health programs or standards in the organization for information, prevention, or treatment of injury or illness. Attends scheduled monthly and quarterly medical staff meetings as well as education meetings. Agrees to see adults and geriatric patients irrespective of their medical condition / diagnosis. Analyzes and evaluates patient data and test or examination findings to diagnose the nature and extent of mental disorders. Prescribes directs, and administers psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders. Examines or conducts laboratory or diagnostic tests on patients to provide information on general physical conditions and mental disorders. Perform other related duties as may be assigned. Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is a nationwide recruitment agency, matching both new grads and advanced practitioners to hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, multi-specialty groups, and private practices. If you would like to learn more about other opportunities we offer, please call our office : or submit your Resume / CV to