OVERVIEW OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES:Responsible for medical leadership at multiple sites within the Network. Assess patients, diagnose mental disorders, prescribe treatments, and conduct regular follow-up appointments to monitor the patient's progress. Supervision of assigned Psychiatrists, Nurse Practitioners, Psychiatry Residents and Nurse Practitioners students.
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:- Thriving in a dynamic environment with a diverse psychiatric patient population
- Employing a wide range of diagnostic and recovery-oriented methodologies
- Demonstrating expertise in psychiatric medications and adhering to best practices
- Collaborating effectively within a cohesive team structure
- Understanding and adhering to reimbursement and productivity standards, with the ability to hold others accountable
- Providing medical leadership and oversight at all PROS sites and the Newburgh Family Counseling Center
- Ensuring compliance with documentation requirements according to OMH regulations and agency policies
- Serving as the lead physician for designated service lines, fostering improvements in workflows and care quality
- Supervising assigned psychiatrists and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners
- Conducting peer reviews and participating in the preceptorship of Psychiatry Residents and Nurse Practitioner students
- Reviewing incident reports, medical policies and collaborating with the Quality Assurance team to meet regulatory standards and enhance quality outcomes
- Assisting in preparation for regulatory site surveys alongside Behavioral Health Leadership
- Offering expert consultation to the team on complex cases in collaboration with site directors
- Advocating for the expansion of Medication Assisted Treatment across clinical sites
- Engaging in scheduled practice management and behavioral health leadership meetings
- Being available to review and sign treatment plans, especially for therapy-only cases and late treatment plans
- Collaborating with Behavioral Health site directors and nursing leadership to develop workflows that enhance patient outcomes, safety, and quality of care
- Assuming Medical Director responsibilities in the absence of the incumbent
QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES:- Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations
- Supports Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- Demonstrates high level of integrity and ethical standards
- Must be self-motivated, able to work independently, manage time effectively and prioritize work to meet deadlines
- Excellent communication proficiency.
- Excellent computer skills required, specific experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Electronic Medical Record Systems
- Ability to function effectively and collaboratively as part of a cross-functional team
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:- MD licensure
- DEA License
- MD Degree
- Board Certification
- Flexibility in scheduling is imperative
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:Must be able to sit or stand in front of a computer for hours at a time
