Forensic Psychiatry Specialist — Locum Tenens (NY)

Adult Forensic Psychiatry – Psychiatrist (Locum Tenens) Location: Upstate/Downstate New York, Pay Rate: $180 to $210 per hour, Employment Type: Locum Tenens Job Summary The New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) is seeking a Board-Certified Psychiatrist to provide psychiatric care for justice-involved adults (including IST, NGRI, and secure treatment populations). This role involves evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning, medication management, and collaboration with interdisciplinary treatment teams in forensic settings. Telepsychiatry may be required. Key Responsibilities Conduct psychiatric evaluations and forensic assessments for justice-involved adults. Develop individualized treatment plans and prescribe/monitor medications. Implement safety, suicide, and restraint protocols as required. Collaborate with treatment teams, legal representatives, and external providers. Maintain accurate documentation including progress notes, case histories, and discharge summaries. Attend staff meetings, participate in medical committees, and provide Physician-On-Duty coverage as required. Participate in care coordination during admissions, transfers, and discharges. Minimum Qualifications MD or DO with Board Certification in Adult Psychiatry. Active New York State medical license in good standing. Minimum of 3 years post-residency clinical experience in psychiatry. Enrollment in NYS Medicaid as a Billing Provider or ORA Prescriber. CMS enrollment with unconditional Medicare/Medicaid provider status (OPRA-compliant). Enrollment in NYS I-STOP/PMP. Ability to obtain and maintain hospital privileges if required. Compliance with OMH and Joint Commission credentialing and privileging requirements. Active malpractice/liability insurance. Adult Psychiatry – Psychiatrist (Locum Tenens) Location: Upstate/Downstate New York, Pay Rate: $170 to $200 per hour, Employment Type: Locum Tenens Job Summary The New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) is seeking a Board-Certified Adult Psychiatrist to provide comprehensive psychiatric care to adult patients (18+) in inpatient and outpatient settings. Responsibilities include evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning, medication management, and collaboration with multidisciplinary treatment teams. Key Responsibilities Conduct psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and physical exams. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans. Prescribe and monitor medications. Provide individual and group therapy sessions. Implement suicide precautions and safety protocols. Collaborate with treatment teams, families, caregivers, and external providers. Maintain accurate clinical documentation (progress notes, discharge summaries, etc.). Participate in treatment planning, care coordination, and staff meetings. Provide Physician-On-Duty coverage as required. Minimum Qualifications MD or DO with Board Certification in Adult Psychiatry. Active New York State medical license in good standing. Minimum 3 years post-residency clinical experience in psychiatry. Enrollment in CMS with unconditional Medicare/Medicaid provider status. Enrollment in NYS Medicaid as a Billing Provider or ORA Prescriber. Enrollment in NYS I-STOP/PMP. Ability to obtain and maintain hospital privileges if required. Compliance with OMH and Joint Commission credentialing and privileging requirements. Active malpractice/liability insurance. Child & Adolescent Psychiatry – Psychiatrist (Locum Tenens) Location: Upstate/Downstate New York, Pay Rate: $180 to $210 per hour, Employment Type: Locum Tenens Job Summary The New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) is seeking a Board-Certified Child & Adolescent psychiatrist to provide comprehensive psychiatric care to patients under 18. The physician will conduct evaluations, develop treatment plans, provide therapy, and coordinate care with families, schools, and multidisciplinary teams. Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for children and adolescents. Develop individualized treatment plans including therapy and medication management. Conduct family and group therapy sessions, providing education and support. Implement suicide precautions, crisis interventions, and behavioral protocols. Collaborate with schools, social services, treatment teams, and external providers. Maintain accurate clinical documentation including progress notes and discharge summaries. Participate in treatment planning, care coordination, and Physician-On-Duty coverage. Provide behavioral, cognitive, supportive, and insight-oriented therapy as required. Minimum Qualifications MD or DO with Board Certification in Psychiatry and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. Active New York State medical license in good standing. Minimum 3 years post-residency clinical experience in psychiatry. Enrollment in CMS with unconditional Medicare/Medicaid provider status. Enrollment in NYS Medicaid as a Billing Provider or ORA Prescriber. Enrollment in NYS I-STOP/PMP. Ability to obtain and maintain hospital privileges if required.Compliance with OMH and Joint Commission credentialing and privileging requirements. Active malpractice/liability insurance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Isaac Olubusoye