Staff Psychiatrist

CARES Community Assistance Resources and Extended Services
New York, NY
Category Healthcare
Job Description
Role Overview

The Staff Psychiatrist is responsible for the psychiatric health and wellness of CARES clients, including assessment, prescribing processes, and supporting clinical services.

What You Will Do

Spends 80-85% of time seeing clients, interviewing, performing examinations, ordering tests, and prescribing medications. Also reviews treatment plans, medical history, and medical reviews.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Must be a board-certified, licensed psychiatrist in New York State with experience in clinical responsibility and oversight. Excellent communication skills and computer proficiency required.

Requirements

  • Board-certified, licensed to treat both children and adults in New York State
  • Knowledge of typical and neurodiverse populations
  • Understanding of Emergency Services in NY State
  • Demonstrated experience in clinical responsibility and oversight for other professional staff members
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Computer proficient
  • Minimum of 10 hour commitment per week
  • Free of any investigations or sanctions by local, state and/or federal regulatory agencies

Benefits

  • Salary range: $160-$185/hr
  • Hybrid work arrangement (Lower East Side, NY, NY)
  • Telehealth services
  • Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities
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