Overview:St. Mary's Healthcare is seeking a compassionate and highly skilled Outpatient Psychiatrist to join our growing behavioral health team. As a vital part of our integrated mental health services, you will provide high-quality psychiatric care in an outpatient setting, working with a diverse patient population. Our program is dedicated to delivering comprehensive, patient-centered mental health services, utilizing evidence-based treatments and a collaborative approach.
Position Highlights:- Full-time, hospital-employed role in an established outpatient behavioral health program.
- Large Primary Care referral base ensuring a steady patient volume.
- Collaborative, team-based environment with strong support from therapists, social workers, and nursing team.
- New graduates welcome - mentorship and professional development opportunities available.
Responsibilities:- Provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnoses, and treatment plans for a diverse outpatient population.
- Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications while monitoring for efficacy and side effects.
- Utilize evidence-based psychotherapy techniques when appropriate.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including psychologists, social workers, and case managers, to coordinate holistic patient care.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and case discussions.
- Engage in patient and family education to support adherence to treatment plans.
- Stay current with advancements in psychiatry and behavioral health best practices.
Qualifications:Required Credentials - Board Certified/Board Eligible Psychiatrist licensed (or eligible for licensure) in the State of New York
Preferred Experience - Training or experience in outpatient psychiatry, addiction medicine, or subspecialties such as geriatric or child psychiatry is preferred but not required.
Education - Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) from an accredited institution
Skills - Strong clinical, diagnostic, and patient-centered empathetic communication skills
Compensation & Benefits:- Base Salary Range - $225,333 - $345,548 (commensurate with experience).
- Competitive compensation package, including base salary + sign-on bonus and semiannual bonuses for productivity.
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plans with employer contributions
- Relocation assistance and CME allowance
- Potential eligibility for loan repayment programs due to our HPSA designation
Complexity of Work:This role requires advanced clinical expertise, critical thinking, and the ability to manage a diverse oncology patient population with complex medical needs. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical judgment, empathy, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered cancer care.
Personal Protective Equipment: Adherence to Standard Precautions and utilization of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) are mandatory to ensure the safety of both patients and staff.
