Psychiatrist - Nocturnist - WMCHealth

Job Summary:

We are seeking an Adult Psychiatrist for our Division of Behavioral Health at MidHudson Regional Hospital in Poughkeepsie, New York to work nights, providing care to patients, supervising residents, and evaluating patients for admission via telemedicine. The successful candidate should have a track record of strong clinical accomplishments and an interest in teaching and/or working in an academic environment. The applicant must have completed training in General Psychiatry, and must board certified in Adult Psychiatry. Must possess or be fully eligible for a New York State medical license.

About Us:

The Department of Behavioral Health at Westchester Medical Center has been a leading provider of comprehensive behavioral health services for the Hudson Valley for more than 90 years. As the region's leading provider of Mental Health Services, we offer a full spectrum of inpatient, outpatient, community, and emergency care for individuals and families. World-renowned medical services provided by Westchester Medical Center, combined with strong clinical leadership from the Department of Psychiatry at New York Medical College, keep the Behavioral Health Center at the forefront of meeting the needs of those affected by mental illness. Community Information: Poughkeepsie is located in the heart of the Hudson Valley, an area surrounded by beautiful mountains as well as the Hudson River, offering an abundance of outdoor activities for residents and visitors alike. Designated as a National Heritage Area, the valley is steeped in history, natural beauty, culture and a burgeoning food and farmer's market scene. The Hudson Valley also boasts excellent public and private schools with a vibrant higher education culture, as the home to several notable institutions such as Vassar College, Marist College, SUNY New Paltz, Bard College and the Culinary Institute of America, among others.

Facility Info:

MidHudson Regional Hospital (a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network) in Poughkeepsie, NY, is home to the mid-Hudson Valley's most advanced healthcare services. This 243-bed facility cares for more than 10,000 inpatients annually while performing an additional 325,000 outpatient procedures each year. MidHudson Regional Hospital operates the areas only Level II trauma center, is home to the Redl Center for Cancer Care and Center for Robotic Surgery, and is a destination hospital for patients with serious illnesses and injuries. Westchester Medical Center Advanced Physician Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Other:

For more information about this opportunity, contact Jasmine Campos, Advanced Clinical Recruiter for WMCHealth by email to jasmine.campos@wmchealth.org