License and current registration to practice medicine in New York State
Completion of an ABPN-approved psychiatry training program
One year of permanent competitive service for internal candidates
Familiarity with Criminal Procedure Law designations (330.20, 730, 508)
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments
Create treatment plans including medication management
Obtain and review laboratory tests as needed
Consult with treatment team members
Provide individual and group psychotherapy
Deliver care for individuals involved with the Criminal Justice System
Benefits
Psychiatrist Loan Repayment Program up to $120,000
Supplemental income opportunities for evening, night, and weekend coverage
Broader defense and indemnification protection than typical malpractice coverage
OMH-sponsored Continuing Medical Education (CME) Program
NYS medical, dental, and vision insurance
Access to tuition assistance programs
Opportunities for advancement and professional growth
Generous paid time off including vacation, personal days, holidays, and sick leave
NYS Retirement programs
Full Job Description
Duties Description Rochester Psychiatric Center (RPC), an Office of Mental Health (OMH) Joint Commission accredited facility, is recruiting Board Certified or Board Eligible Psychiatrists for their Regional Forensic Unit (RFU) located in Rochester, New York. The RFU provides inpatient psychiatric treatment to mentally ill individuals who are currently involved or were involved with the Criminal Justice System.
As a Psychiatrist at RPC, you will provide comprehensive, patient centered, and recovery focused treatments to individuals with mental illness 18 year of age or older; including: • Conducting comprehensive psychiatric assessments • Creating treatment plans including medication management • Obtaining and reviewing appropriate laboratory tests and consulting with members of treatment team as needed • Providing individual and group psychotherapy • Providing care for Criminal Procedure Law 330.20, 730, and 508 designations
Minimum Qualifications Candidates from outside or within State Service can be considered for hire under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement - Statewide (HELPS) program if they have:
Psychiatrist 1: License and current registration to practice medicine in New York State, and completion of a training program in psychiatry approved by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN).
Psychiatrist 2: License and current registration to practice medicine in New York State, and certification in psychiatry approved by the ABPN.
OR
Candidates from within State Service can be considered for a competitive class appointment if they have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Additional Comments Psychiatrists at OMH facilities are eligible for: • Psychiatrist Loan Repayment Program offering up to $120,000 • Supplemental income of up to 50% of salary by volunteering to provide evening, night, and weekend coverage • Defense and Indemnification Protection- broader in scope than typical medical malpractice coverage • OMH sponsored Continuing Medical Education (CME) Program
All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including: • NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance • Access to tuition assistance programs • Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth • Paid time off - 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave • NYS Retirement programs
Background checks will be required.
Name Human Resources
Telephone
Email Address FPS-RMAUnit@omh.ny.gov
Address
Street Rochester Psychiatric Center
1111 Elmwood Avenue
City Rochester
State NY
Zip Code 14620
Notes on Applying Indicate the Title and Location of the position you are applying for. Please complete the Office of Mental Health Employment Application and submit it with your other application materials.
