Recruitment/Posting Title Psychiatrist Posting Number 25TM0021 Department RHS Counseling & Psych Svcs Overview Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Psychiatrist for RHS Counseling & Psych Services.
Among the key duties of the position are the following: Provides direct psychiatric care to students including, but not limited to, diagnostic evaluations, crisis intervention, initiation and management of psychotropic medications, and psychotherapy (as indicated). Assesses and refers students for psychiatric hospitalization. Consults and collaborates with other health care providers, both within the University and in the community at-large. Consults and collaborates with University staff, faculty and officials as indicated. Handles outreach to the student population as requested. Attends and actively participates in both administrative and clinical meetings. Participates in and assists with Quality Program and needs assessments to improve current programs and develop innovative programs/services to meet the students’ needs for mental health services on campus. Maintains and updates medical knowledge by seeking continuing education opportunities, reading current literature, maintaining certification in CPR and state and national medical certifications, and participating as member of Rutgers University Health Services-NB/P committees. Position Status Hours Per Week 16 Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement FLSA Nonexempt Position Salary Up to $125/hourly Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly