Psychiatrist

PSYCHIATRIST

Mercy Hospital, a member of Catholic Health, has been providing compassionate, state-of-the-art care to New York residents since 1913. In 2012 we scored high in patient safety and ranked among the "top 20 percent of hospitals in New York State" with U.S. News and World Report. Mercy Hospital also received a 2012 Pathway to Excellence designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center – the only hospital in the region and only one of two in NY State to receive this prestigious award.

With 700 physicians and a staff of 1,700, our 375-bed not-for-profit hospital utilizes the latest technology, and is one of Long Island's newest facilities.

Psychiatrist Job Summary:

Provide Psychiatric care to individuals experiencing a wide range of mental health conditions which includes diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with mental illnesses, collaborating with other healthcare professionals, and contributing to the overall mental health services offered by our facility.

Psychiatrist Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for adult patients, including diagnostic assessments and follow-up care.
• Develop and implement treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs, which may include medication management, psychotherapy, and other therapeutic interventions.
• Monitor and adjust treatment plans based on patient progress and response to medication.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including psychologists, social workers, nurses, and other healthcare providers to coordinate patient care.
• Document patient interactions and progress thoroughly in electronic health records (EHR).
• Participate in case reviews, team meetings, and hospital-wide committees to improve patient care and hospital operations.
• Provide on-call support as needed to manage psychiatric emergencies and acute crises.
• Stay current with medical advancements in psychiatry and mental health treatments through continuing education and professional development.
• Provide supervision to psychiatry residents and APPs

Psychiatrist Qualifications:

• Medical Degree (MD or DO) with specialization in Psychiatry.
• Board certification in Psychiatry (or eligibility to become board-certified) required.
• Valid and active New York State medical license.
• Experience in inpatient and outpatient psychiatric care is preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to patient care.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated with current best practices in psychiatry.

The salary range or rate listed does not include any differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, employees are eligible for generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.