What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychiatrist or Addiction Medicine Physician position at Physician Affiliate Group of NY?
Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) is adding an Addiction Medicine Psychiatrist or Addiction Medicine Physician to NYC Health Hospitals / Kings County. The Behavioral Health Center offers a comprehensive suite of services for mental health including First Episode Psychosis program, medical services, opioid treatment, substance use disorders services, a specialized unit for people with Intellectually Disability, an inpatient Extended care unit focusing on the needs of our homeless patients and prevent recidivism, ketamine assisted therapy, and inpatient and outpatient services for adults and children. Our skilled team—including adult and child and adolescent psychiatrists, psychologists, internists, nurses, social workers, creative arts therapists, peer counselors and addiction counselors delivers compassionate care in a secure environment, respecting each patient's dignity and partnering with them on their recovery journey. We also provide educational resources for patients and caregivers to enhance their understanding of mental health and addiction issues and available treatments.
Our services range from psychopharmacology and various forms of psychotherapy (individual, group, and family) to specialized programs like outpatient withdrawal management, medication maintenance (including Methadone and Buprenorphine), overdose prevention, and support for personal development goals such as employment and education. Each patient receives a personalized assessment and treatment plan tailored to their specific needs, ensuring a holistic approach to recovery and health management.
The hospital maintains a strong academic affiliation with SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University to maintain its high healthcare delivery standards and to provide its staff with teaching and research opportunities and the chance to work with medical students, residents and fellows very closely.
The mission of NYC Health Hospitals is to extend equally to all New Yorkers, regardless of the ability to pay, comprehensive health services of the highest quality in an atmosphere of humane care, dignity, and respect. Their Values are built on a foundation of social and racial equity and has established the ICARE standards for all staff.
NYC Health Hospitals is the nation’s largest municipal health care delivery system in the United States. Dedicated to providing the highest quality health care services to all New Yorkers with compassion, dignity and respect, and regardless of immigration status or ability to pay.
PURPOSE OF POSITION :
The identified psychiatrist provides direct patient care and maintains focus on key strategic priorities including patient experience, access to care, increased market share, and improving financial stability across the SUD Services.
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Substance Use Disorders Services
SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Establishes a therapeutic rapport with patients; uses motivational interventions to encourage involvement in the treatment and recovery process.
- Observes confidentiality rules and respects rights of patients.
Substance Abuse services :
Treatment Planning :
Medical Management :
Treatment Program Specific :
Environment and Emergency Situations :
Documentation :
Educational Activities :
Quality Assurance Activities :
Participates in selection of key quality indicators and chairs The BHMS QC Subcommittee.
Qualifications
Wages and Benefits include :
Annual Base Salary : $230,000
The annual total value of the compensation package is estimated at $400,590
Employees are immediately vested in a 3% company contribution of base earnings. No employee match is required.
Additional employee-paid Voluntary Life and AD&D coverage is available for you and your family.
Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY) mission is to provide accountable, responsive, quality care with the highest degree of sensitivity to the needs of the diverse population that lives in our New York Community. PAGNY is one of the largest physician groups in the country and directly employs nearly 4,000 physicians and allied health professionals who provide services to NYC Health Hospitals , the largest municipal health care system in the nation serving more than a million New Yorkers annually. Our providers are highly skilled professionals with outstanding credentials who deliver the highest level of quality healthcare to patients throughout New York City.
Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Our policies ensure equal opportunities for all. Learn more about our initiatives by visiting our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion page.
The annual base salary listed complies with the New York City law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The annual base salary listed is for full-time employment and does not include bonuses / incentive compensation or benefits. Actual total compensation depends on many factors, including experience, specialties, historical productivity, and historical collections.
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Salary : $40,000 - $230,000
