Geriatric Psychiatry

Company: Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY)
Location: Bronx
Posted on: November 16, 2023

Job Description:

Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) is one of the largest multi-disciplinary groups in the country whose main purpose is to nurture and embolden the healthcare providers who take care of the most fragile and vulnerable patients in New York City. PAGNY people do more than diagnose and treat; we uplift the spirits and dignity of patients because we love what we do, and it shows. PAGNY is committed to recruiting and retaining productive and enthusiastic physicians and promotes our health professionals wellness.
PAGNY is comprised of over 4,000 physicians and healthcare professionals who provide services to NYC Health + Hospitals (H+H), the largest public health system in the United States. Our practitioners are highly skilled professionals with outstanding credentials who deliver the highest level of quality healthcare to patients throughout New York City.

NYC Health + Hospitals/North Central Bronx handle more than 156,000 outpatient visits, more than 50,000 emergency room visits and more than 7,500 admissions annually in the 232-bed facility. The hospital maintains an academic affiliation with the James J. Peters VA Medical Center.

The inpatient service has an opening for a Staff Psychiatrist for one of its Geriatric/Adult units. We are seeking a Board Certified (or BE if within 5 years of graduation) psychiatrist. We provide opportunities for leadership/ teaching/learning with an ideal mix of academics and clinical service. You will also enjoy a comfortable and cordial work environment, and receive a highly competitive salary and benefits package. There are opportunities for additional paid sessional work, but there is no mandatory on-call requirement.

Responsibilities:

• The staff Psychiatrist will have responsibility for clinical and educational activities on a 23-bed acute Geriatric/adult inpatient unit, including participation in a multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Direct supervision of Psychologists, Social Workers, Psychiatric PA staff and Medical Students
• Participation in all activities related to clinical care and documentation of care, performance improvement, regulatory compliance, and student supervision, education & training
• Participate in our innovative integrative care activities
  Qualifications:
  • Eligible for license in the state of NY
  • ABMS Board Certified or Board eligible
  • Graduated from ACGME or AOA approved training program
  • Completion of an approved Psychiatry residency program and Geriatric fellowship
    Preferred Qualifications:
    • 2 years of satisfactory full-time paid clinical experience in psychiatric practice.
    • Superior clinical, Diagnostic, interpersonal/communication and team-building skills.
      You will receive:
      
      • An Academic Appointment at AECOM
      • Opportunities for Departmental Representation via hospital committee work
      • Opportunities for Leadership Education
      • Opportunities for Research
        Benefits include:
        • Competitive compensation package
        • 10% 401K company contribution after one year of service
        • Choice of a three-tiered nearly FREE medical plan
        • Excellent dental insurance including orthodontics coverage
        • Generous paid time off program
        • CME days
        • Eligibility for loan forgiveness through the National Student Debt Forgiveness Center
        • Visa candidates are considered
          Please email your CV to Mary Cordoba, Physician Recruiter at
          
          Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

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