Physician - Psychiatry - Geriatric

**Job Description: **

We are seeking a psychiatrist to provide comprehensive inpatient psychiatric care for geriatric patients within a 20-bed specialized Geriatric-Psychiatry unit.

The candidate will work collaboratively with a dedicated Clinical Coordinator/Social Worker who has extensive training in geriatric psychiatry, as part of a multidisciplinary team that includes therapists, counselors, case managers, psychiatrists, and nurse practitioners.

The position involves participation in a weekend call rotation with a ratio of 1

6 for inpatient coverage.

The psychiatrist will focus on delivering patient-centered, evidence-based interventions that address the multifaceted medical, psychiatric, and social needs of older adults. Additionally, the role includes coordinating care in alignment with system-level behavioral health leadership and resources to ensure a cohesive treatment approach.

The ideal candidate will support a consistent full-time psychiatrist presence within the unit and must meet the following requirements:

**Requirements

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• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
• Possession of a New York State medical license (or eligibility)
• Active DEA license
• Fellowship trained in Geriatric Psychiatry
• Clean malpractice and licensing history
• Submission of a current NPDB Self Query Report (within the last 30 days)

**Additional License Requirements

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• Active DEA license is implied
• Visa support assistance is not provided
• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Psychiatry is mandatory
• New York State medical license (or eligibility) is required