Family Medicine Physician - Forensic Mental Health

A secure adult forensic mental health facility in New Hampton, NY is seeking a Family Medicine Physician to provide inpatient medical care for adults in a structured psychiatric setting. The role focuses on delivering comprehensive primary care services, supporting treatment planning, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team.

About the Opportunity:

• Shift: Day shift
• Schedule: Monday through Friday
• Hours: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
• Setting: Inpatient forensic adult mental health

Responsibilities:

• Provide inpatient family medicine care to adults in a forensic mental health setting
• Perform physical examinations and assess patient medical needs
• Order, review, and interpret diagnostic tests as part of ongoing care
• Prescribe medications and other appropriate treatments while adjusting care plans as needed
• Document patient care accurately and collaborate with the interdisciplinary treatment team

Qualifications:

• Active New York State medical license
• Board certification through the American Board of Medical Specialties in the appropriate specialty
• Valid Federal Narcotics Number
• Medicare and Medicaid enrollment in New York State

Desired Skills:

• Experience working with mental health populations
• Bilingual communication skills