Psych Physician - Rochester, NY
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Job Description A leading hospital in Rochester, New York is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Psychiatrist to provide locum coverage in a high-acuity psychiatric emergency setting. This opportunity offers flexible shift options and the chance to work alongside a collaborative, multidisciplinary team while serving a diverse patient population. Key Details - Location: Rochester, New York - Specialty: Psychiatry - Candidate Type: MD (Medical Doctor) - Assignment Dates: January 12, 2026 – November 27, 2026 - Shift Options:- Weekdays: 12:00 AM – 8:00 AM or 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM - Weekends: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM, or 12:00 AM – 8:00 AM - Shift Lengths: 8, 10, or 12 hours - Setting: CPEP Unit (56 adult beds, 27 child & adolescent beds) - Patient Population: All ages, high-acuity - Daily Volume: 25–40 patients; 10–12 admissions across the clinical team - EMR: Epic - Compensation: $250 per hour Benefits - Competitive hourly rate - Travel and lodging reimbursed (airfare, hotel, mileage, car rental, gas, tolls, parking) - Flexible scheduling options - Opportunity to work in a collaborative, academic-style environment - Malpractice coverage provided Job Responsibilities - Provide psychiatric evaluations and treatment in a high-acuity emergency setting - Manage admissions and coordinate care with the multidisciplinary team - Collaborate with MDs, APPs, social workers, residents, and nursing staff - Document patient encounters and treatment plans in the EMR system - Ensure quality and continuity of patient care Qualifications - Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Psychiatry - Active and unrestricted medical license - Experience managing high-acuity psychiatric cases - Ability to work effectively within a team-based environment Working Hours - Flexible weekday and weekend coverage - 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts available - No overtime paid Skills - Strong diagnostic and clinical assessment skills - Experience in emergency or crisis psychiatric settings preferred - Effective communication and collaboration abilities - Ability to manage high patient volume in a fast-paced environment Working Hours: Rotating
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