Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) is adding a Psychiatrist-CPEP at NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi. 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.
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PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Under the supervision of the CPEP Director or Psychiatrist-In-Charge, the Attending Psychiatrist will provide coverage for the patients in the CPEP, CL service or inpatient psychiatric units
SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILIES:
Responsible for the overall functioning and clinical/administrative coverage of the CPEP, CL or Adult and Child & Adolescent Inpatient units within Behavioral Health. Conduct physical rounds of all units at start of each shift during call to determine bed availability in coordination with ADN. Communicate findings to the CPEP Director or Psychiatrist-In-Charge. Provide necessary intervention, including medications, as necessary. Evaluate all patients on observation level 1:1 and continue or discontinue as indicated. Respond to all requests for psychiatric support in the management of agitated patients on any service in the BH service. Review and confirm involuntary legal statuses as necessary and in accordance with mental hygiene law. Respond to 3-day letters as necessary. 7. Write admission notes on all new admissions, adult and child. Attend CPEP change of shift meeting and participate in full and appropriate sign-out and sign-in procedures when going off and onto service. Receive sign-out from Inpatient Attendings/NP's or prior shift re: all recently admitted patients, complex cases, patients either on 1:1 or in need of psychiatric assessment or notes. Review and provide supervision for all patients seen by the Consultation/Liaison resident. Must perform face-to-face assessment for all patients seen by resident and provide necessary sign-off. Must be reachable at all times via cellular or beeper. Must inform the CPEP Director or Psychiatrist-In-Charge of whereabouts when leaving the R building for any reason. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the CPEP Director or Psychiatrist-In-Charge.