Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist; Bilingual Spanish​/English

Sun River Health provides the highest quality of comprehensive primary, preventative and behavioral health services to all who seek it, regardless of insurance status and ability to pay, especially for the underserved and vulnerable. Sun River Heath is a Federally Qualified, Non-Profit Health Center serving communities in Suffolk, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan, Columbia and Westchester County. Sun River Health is currently seeking a part
- Time Psychiatrist at our Shirley location.

We are currently seeking a skilled and compassionate Part - Time Psychiatrist to join our dedicated healthcare team at our Health Center located in the Shirley, Long Island. The Psychiatrist will be responsible for diagnosing and treating a variety of psychiatric conditions, providing medication management, conducting evaluations, and offering therapeutic interventions. This role is vital in promoting mental health and wellness for the underserved population of Inwood Health Center, ensuring that patients receive comprehensive care in a supportive and culturally competent environment.

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, including comprehensive assessments and diagnosis of mental health conditions.
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans, including medication management and therapeutic interventions in coordination with the patient’s treatment team.
• Provide ongoing medication monitoring and psychiatric care, develop initial and update pharmacological treatment plans based on patient’s progress.
• Educate patients and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and lifestyle changes to promote well-being.
• Collaborate with primary care providers, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure holistic, integrated patient care.
• Participate in case conferences, treatment planning meetings, High Risk meetings, and multidisciplinary team efforts to optimize patient care.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions, adhering to regulatory and legal requirements.
• Offer crisis intervention and manage psychiatric emergencies as needed.
• Engage in continuous professional development to stay informed of the latest advancements in psychiatry.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving patient care and clinical outcomes.
• Provide supervision to psychiatric nurse practitioners and other healthcare professionals as required.

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) with a focus in Psychiatry.
• 3-5 years of clinical experience in psychiatry, particularly within community health or Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) preferred.
• Experience working with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with co-occurring disorders, is highly desirable.
• Valid and active New York State medical license.
• Board Certification in Psychiatry is preferred or Board Eligible for recent graduates
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• DEA License (active or eligible).

• Proficient in diagnosing and treating a variety of psychiatric conditions.
• Ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care while fostering an environment of trust and support.
• Knowledge of current psychiatric guidelines and best practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and patient education.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-demand environment while maintaining a focus on quality care.
• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) are preferred but not required.

Part-time

$138.62- $150.58 / per hour based off licensure and experience

Sun River Health has a rich history of providing quality, affordable health care to communities in need. Founded in the early 1970s by four African American women in Peekskill, New York, the organization was established to address the lack of accessible health services in their community. With the help of a small federal grant, the first Sun River Health site opened its doors in 1975.

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