Medical Specialist 2 (NY HELPS), Mid-Hudson Forensic Psychiatric Center, P27952

Position InformationNY HELP: YesAgency: Mental Health, Office ofTitle: Medical Specialist 2 (NY HELPS), Mid-Hudson Forensic Psychiatric Center, P27952Occupational Category: Health Care, Human/Social ServicesSalary Grade: 38Bargaining Unit: PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)Salary Range: From $244235 to $244235 Annually Employment Type : Full-Time Appointment Type : Permanent Jurisdictional Class : Competitive Class Travel Percentage : 0%Schedule Workweek : Mon-Fri "Other" Explanation : Pass days will be Thursday and Friday.Hours Per Week : 40Workday From : 7:30 AM To : 4:30 PM Flextime allowed? : No Mandatory overtime? : No Compressed workweek allowed? : No Telecommuting allowed? : NoLocation County : Orange Street Address : Mid-Hudson Forensic Psychiatric Center : 2834 Route 17 M City : New Hampton State: NY Zip Code: 10958Job Specifics Duties Description : Mid-Hudson Forensic Psychiatric Center (MHFPC), an Office of Mental Health (OMH) Joint Commission accredited hospital, is recruiting a Medical Specialist 2/Board-Certified Physician Psychiatrists for their secure adult facility located in New Hampton, NY. The shift schedule is from 7:30 AM – 4:30PM. As a Medical Specialist 2 at MFPC, you will provide comprehensive, patient-centered, and recovery-focused treatments to individuals admitted by court order including:• Conducting physical examinations, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and diagnosing and treating medical conditions• Prescribing medications, therapies, vaccinations, and other specialized medical care• Attending treatment team meetings • Managing rapid responses and crises• Participating in discharge planning and working collaboratively with other providers and disciplines as needed to facilitate medical follow-up after discharge• Assisting in the development of medical policies, reviewing patient records for new admissions, and ensuring all medical documentation compliance with facility, state and federal standardsAbout MHFPC:MHFPC offers a comprehensive range of care and treatment for individuals aged 16 and older who have been incarcerated in state and county correctional systems. This service is provided at their secure forensic inpatient hospital and through a network of corrections-based mental health units that serve individuals in the custody of the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS). Located in Orange County, MHFPC is just an hour's drive from the heart of Manhattan and serves as a central hub for various experiences and adventures in upstate New York. Minimum Qualifications : Candidates from outside State Service can be considered for hire under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement – Statewide (NY HELPS) program if they are licensed to practice medicine in New York State and have certification by Member Board of the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) in your specialty.ORCandidates from within State Service can be considered for a competitive class appointment if they have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. Additional Comments : If you would like to join MHFPC and contribute to a workforce dedicated to public service, we offer the following benefits and opportunities:• Defense and Indemnification Protection- broader in scope than typical medical malpractice coverage• OMH sponsored Continuing Medical Education (CME) Program • Professional leave for additional learning activities • Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth• Generous paid time off • NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance• NYS Retirement programs – NYS Pension and Deferred CompensationBackground checks will be required.Posted salary includes a Mid-Hudson adjustment of $2,150.NOTES: In order to be eligible for appointment and to maintain employment, you cannot be listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of the Federal and/or State Medicaid and Medicare exclusion lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program). If you are appointed and subsequently listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of these lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program), you may be terminated from your employment. If appointed, you may be required to become an enrolled Medicare provider; obtain and provide to your employer a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number issued by the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES); and otherwise actively participate to the degree necessary to allow for your services to be billed through Medicare and Medicaid. If you are appointed and you lose the ability to bill through Medicare and Medicaid, you may be terminated from your employment.Loss of your license or limited permit or board certification in New York State or failure to maintain board certification may result in action to remove you from the position.Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.How to Apply Name : Human Resources Telephone : Fax : View phone number on click.appcast.io Email Address : View email address on click.appcast.io Street : Mid-Hudson Forensic Psychiatric Center: 2834 Route 17 M City : New Hampton State : NY Zip Code : 10962Notes on Applying: To be considered for this position, please copy the link below into a new browser window to complete the Office of Mental Health Employment Application, and submit it along with your resume and other application materials via fax or email the Human Resources email address noted above.? Please indicate the Title, Vacancy ID #, and Location of the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email or fax. The Mission of the New York State Office of Mental Health is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. OMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities. To this end, OMH is focused on implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations. A critical component of these efforts is ensuring OMH is a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees' unique attributes and skills are valued and utilized to support the mission of the Agency. OMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.?