Psychiatrist Full Time $273,000-$285,000

Job Description

Job Description

Psychiatrist

Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Location: Nassau County, New York

Position Summary

A well-established Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) is seeking a Board-Certified Psychiatrist to provide comprehensive behavioral health services to children and adults in an outpatient setting.

This Monday–Friday position offers an excellent work-life balance while allowing you to make a meaningful impact in an underserved community. You'll collaborate with an experienced multidisciplinary team to deliver compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care across two nearby clinical locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform psychiatric evaluations and establish treatment plans
• Diagnose and manage mental health conditions across the lifespan
• Prescribe and monitor psychiatric medications
• Order and interpret appropriate laboratory and diagnostic testing
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans
• Collaborate with primary care providers and behavioral health professionals
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and regulatory compliance
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, peer review, and continuing education

Qualifications

Required

• Medical degree from an accredited institution
• Board Certification
• Active New York medical license
• National Provider Identifier (NPI)
• Healthcare Provider CPR/AED certification
• Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and regulatory requirements
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Preferred

• Experience in an FQHC or community health setting
• Experience with child/adolescent or geriatric psychiatry
• Experience treating IDD/ASD populations
• Familiarity with ECW electronic health records

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $273,000–$285,000 annually
• 403(b) with 3% employer match
• Medical, dental, prescription, life, and AD&D insurance
• Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
• Paid Time Off and CME time
• Up to $1,500 annually for Continuing Medical Education
• Access to NHSC loan forgiveness programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & Dependent Care)
• Pre-tax commuter benefits

Travel between two clinical sites is required. Active Medicaid enrollment is strongly preferred. Employment offers are contingent upon standard pre-employment screening.