City/State: Nyack, New York Department: Behavioral Health_2

Work Shift

Day Work Days: MON-FRI, ALTERNATING WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS, MON-FRI, ON CALL, PER DIEM, WEEKEND CALL Scheduled Hours: Day, Evenings, Nights Scheduled Daily Hours: Hours Vary

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0 Hourly Rate/Range: $104.17 For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.

Job Summary

Provides direct care to patients and serves as a consistent care coordinator through the continuum of care, assessing the physical, psychological, spiritual and social needs of the patient. Directs patients to the next appropriate service and tracks their progress. In collaboration with Medical Director, assure that all hospital behavioral health patients receive appropriate evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, medical screening and medical/psychiatric evaluation whenever indicated, and that all medical/psychiatric care is appropriately documented in the medical record.

Essential Functions

1. Maintain current working knowledge of all local, Federal, State and other regulatory agency laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures applicable to assigned programs. This includes cultural and linguistic healthcare and outreach services, quality management, and quality improvement standards to insure compliance. 2. As needed, assist with policy changes as necessary. 3. Maintain compliance with Hospital Policies and Medical Staff By Laws, Rules and Regulations and all requirements for medical staff privileges. 4. Assist Medical Director with development of Department of Behavioral Health Service standards and oversight of compliance with standards to establish and maintain the scope of services required, meeting the needs of patients. 5. Assist with development of clinically relevant, evidenced based, best practices for behavioral health care. 6. Provide direct psychiatric services as needed. 7. As needed, provide supervision of clinical staff including medical staff and residents as appropriate. 8. Participate in the liaison relationship with private and public payers, in particular with Medical Directors or equivalent clinical leadership in payer organizations. 9. Actively participate in the system’s ongoing quality assurance and audit processes. 10. Participate in the development of a clinically relevant, outcome evaluation process as needed. 11. Liaison and collaborate with community physicians, hospital staff and other professional agencies with regard to psychiatric services. Assist in the assessment of community needs to determine program and service priorities. 12. Timely and quality completion of all required documentation necessary for regulatory and financial purposes. 13. Responsible to assure coverage in your absence via working with Medical Director to appoint another MD.

Qualifications

MD Required 1-3 years Work experience seeing psychiatric patients in a hospital setting or outpatient clinic Preferred Excellent Interpersonal skills and documenting in the EMR system; EPIC (Medium proficiency) Physician - New York State Board of Medicine Required Montefiore Nyack Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Nyack Hospital will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’re a skilled healthcare professional who values teamwork and excellence in patient care, then Montefiore Nyack Hospital could be your perfect match. As part of the Montefiore Health System, we offer the quality of a premier academic medical center and the caring of a community hospital. We’re committed to the health and well-being of Rockland County’s residents and our team members, and offer flexible opportunities for per diem, part-time and full-time employment. Team members benefit from: Robust compensation package, including competitive pay, medical benefits, tuition reimbursement and more Outstanding professional staff The clinical excellence of the Montefiore Health System Opportunities for growth through training and continuing education Equal Opportunity Employment Zero tolerance policy for discrimination, harassment and abuse Fair employment practices, including equal treatment in hiring, promotion and compensation WE CARE code of conduct for all team members ust 35 miles from New York City, Rockland County offers friendly communities, natural beauty, outdoor pursuits, convenient shopping and easy access to New York City. While Rockland County has plenty to offer, both the mountains and the beach are within a few hours’ drive. Rockland is an area full of history and has a vibrant arts scene with museums, theaters, music venues, cultural events and festivals. Learn more about cultural events in Rockland County. With over 3,000 acres of parks, Rockland County is a Preserve America Community protecting open spaces and uncluttered skylines. The county offers trails, dog runs, historic landmarks, water activities, golf and horseback trails. Learn more about outdoor activities in Rockland County. One of the top dining areas in the Hudson Valley, Rockland County features award-winning chefs and a growing craft beverage scene. Shopping options range from independent boutiques in quaint downtowns to the Palisades Center mall, a four-level shopping experience. Learn more about dining and shopping in Rockland County. Safe, thriving communities with outstanding schools and healthcare make Rockland County ideal for both professionals and families. Whether you’re growing your family and looking for good schools and family-friendly neighborhoods or growing your career and looking for higher education opportunities close to home, Rockland County has what you need.