Locum Physician; MD​/DO - Psychiatry - General​/ in Troy, NY

Position: Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Troy, NY
Doctor of Medicine | Psychiatry - General/Other

Location:

Troy, NY

Employer:

GHR Healthcare

Pay:  Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)

Shift Information:  Days - 5 days x 8 hours

Contract Duration:  13 Weeks

Start Date:

ASAP

About the Position
Locum Tenens Psychiatrist – Adult Inpatient (Troy, NY)
Locum Tenens Psychiatrist opportunity in Troy, NY — board-certified psychiatrists wanted for a 13-week adult inpatient assignment on a busy behavioral health unit in New York's Capital Region.

Join a dedicated behavioral health team providing compassionate, evidence-based care to adult inpatients. This locum tenens role is ideal for psychiatrists seeking inpatient psychiatry and New York psychiatry jobs in a supportive hospital environment with EPIC EMR, 24/7 security, and a collaborative multidisciplinary team.

Job Details

Position:  Locum Tenens Psychiatrist / Inpatient Psychiatrist (Adult)

Location:

Troy, NY 12180 — Capital Region, near Albany and the Adirondacks; great access to local arts, parks, and community amenities

Setting:  Adult Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit — 30 beds (approx. 15 patients per provider)

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Shift Duration:  8 Hour Days

Call:  1:4 rotation (includes occasional weekend and night call)

Duration:  13-week locum tenens assignment, start as soon as credentialed

Estimated Weekly Salary:  $7,230 – $7,750 per week

EMR:  EPIC

Safety:  24/7 security and established safety protocols for inpatient psychiatry

Job Requirements / Qualifications

Board Certified in Psychiatry (required) — board-certified psychiatrists preferred for locum tenens roles

Active New York medical license at time of submission (required) — New York psychiatry jobs require state licensure

ACLS certification (required)

Clean background for expedited credentialing (required)

Self-query NPDB report required at time of presentation

Must be available full-time for the duration of the assignment

At least 1 year of post-residency clinical experience in inpatient psychiatry or behavioral health preferred

Responsibilities — Inpatient Psychiatry & Behavioral Health

Provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for adult inpatients

Manage medication-assisted and psychotherapy treatment plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary behavioral health team

Participate in 1:4 call rotation, providing weekend and night coverage as required

Document assessments, progress notes, and treatment plans in EPIC EMR in a timely, compliant manner

Ensure patient safety, participate in hospital codes, and perform crisis interventions when indicated

Occasionally evaluate pediatric patients in the crisis unit during weekend call (with transfer as appropriate)

Why Join This Locum Tenens Psychiatry Role

Opportunity to work in a high-quality adult inpatient psychiatric unit within the New York Capital Region

Collaborative, multidisciplinary behavioral health team and strong hospital support services

EPIC EMR and established clinical protocols to streamline care delivery

Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of Troy, NY — close to Albany, scenic Hudson River access, cultural and outdoor activities

How to Apply

Apply now for this Locum Tenens Psychiatrist / Inpatient Psychiatrist position in Troy, NY. Please submit your CV, current New York medical license, ACLS certificate, and NPDB self-query report for expedited consideration. Join our behavioral health team today and make an immediate impact in inpatient psychiatry.
Benefits  GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees.  Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors.  Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.
Equal Opportunity  We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.