EMERGENCY AND CONSULTATION LIAISON TELEPSYCHIATRIST

Northwell Health Department of Behavioral Health seeks full-time or part-time Board Certified/Board Eligible Telepsychiatrists to join our team at our office in Manhattan, New York.

Telepsychiatry is a rapidly evolving, innovative approach to providing access to care. Using videoconferencing technology, doctors can provide consultation and diagnostic services to patients anytime. Already used extensively in research settings, telepsychiatry is a growing modality that can help providers bridge large distances and bring cutting‑edge care to underserved populations. Telepsychiatry ensures the emergency departments and med/surg departments throughout our system will always be equipped to manage a patient in crisis who needs psychiatric care and support. Through the use of two‑way audiovisual technology, a dedicated Behavioral Health Counselor and a Telepsychiatrist are available 24/7 to assess and assist with care decisions for the patient, reducing waiting times and improving the overall experience.

Unique Opportunity

• Work 12‑hr shifts on a state‑of‑the‑art academic 24/7 Telehealth Service
• “Virtual” Psychiatry Service consulting to Adult & Pediatric Emergency and Med/Surg Depts.
• Fully supported by dedicated Behavioral Health Counselor and clerical/technical staff
• Optimized office environment located in Midtown Manhattan
• Only 12 shifts/month for full time
• Part‑time (6 shifts/month) overnight position available with compensation differential
• Academic appointment, teaching, and leadership opportunities

Requirements

• Must be BC/BE and licensed in NYS
• Superior computer and EHR skills, Emergency Psychiatry experience preferred.
• Must be able to assess ED and CL patients of all ages
• Part‑time overnight position must be 6‑shift/month commitment
• Full‑time position must be able to work minimum 1/3 of shifts on weekends and overnights

Benefits

• Nationally competitive salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Four weeks' vacation plus paid conference/CME time
• Academic appointment commensurate with experience at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell
• Advanced education opportunities
• College Tuition reimbursement for dependent children

Qualified candidates should forward their CV to