Forensic Psychiatrist Needed for Locum Coverage at Inpatient Facility in NY

LocumTenens.com

Bouckville, NY New York

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Correctional Health, Intensive Care, Operational Support, Patient Care, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Recreation, Regulatory Requirements, Treatment Evaluation

LOCATION

Bouckville, NY New York

POSTED

9 days ago

Dates Needed: ASAP and ongoing Shift Type: Day Shift Job Duration: Locums About the Facility This forensic inpatient psychiatric unit operates as a burgeoning reception center serving individuals transferred from county jail facilities. The facility features a large campus requiring extensive walking both indoors and outdoors with limited parking access and multiple levels requiring stair navigation. The center provides specialized psychiatric care within the correctional system for incoming incarcerated individuals requiring forensic evaluation and treatment. About the Facility Location This region offers diverse recreational opportunities including outdoor activities, waterfront attractions, and educational venues. The area features year-round activities ranging from outdoor recreation to cultural attractions, with parks and entertainment venues serving the community. The location provides access to regional attractions and historic sites for residents and visitors. About the Clinician's Workday The clinician will work in a variety of settings including infirmary, reception, and intensive care programming with the severely mentally ill population in a correctional environment. Daily responsibilities include completing psychiatric evaluations, competency assessments, and 2PC evaluations for individuals transferred from county jail facilities. The role requires adherence to both DOCCS and OMH regulatory requirements while maintaining independent operation with limited support staff assistance. The position demands computer proficiency and Microsoft Word expertise for accurate documentation and completion of statutorily required assessments. Case Load/PPD: Variable based on facility volume Support Staff: Limited support staff requiring independent operation Patient Population: Adults Location Type: On-Site Shift Hours: Full time (40 hours) Forensic inpatient, SMI population, reception center intake from county jails Large campus facility with burgeoning reception center Rapid credentialing with Axuall Digital Wallet Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist Digital hub for assignment details

About the Company

LocumTenens.com

Welcome to a Career Opportunity with LocumTenens.com! We are a member of the Jackson Healthcare family of companies, the third largest healthcare staffing company in the U.S., serving more than 7 million patients in over 1,400 healthcare facilities. You will find us included among Atlanta's Best Places to Work and ranked #6 on Fortune 2018 Best Companies to Work for in Health Care and Biopharma. When hospitals or medical facilities are understaffed, they rely on us to find them the right temporary healthcare providers on demand. Patients Need Doctors – that’s where we come in … and you don’t need a medical degree! Demand is high and career opportunities are expanding.

COMPANY SIZE

1,000 to 1,499 employees

INDUSTRY

Healthcare Services