Psychiatrist (MD)-Nursing Home

Job Opportunity

Essen Health Care is the largest privately held, multispecialty medical group in New York, providing high-quality, compassionate care to some of the state's most vulnerable and underserved residents.

Founded in 1999, we've grown from a single primary care office into a network of 50+ locations offering urgent care, primary care and specialty services, from women's health to endocrinology and psychiatry. We also provide nursing home support, care management, and in-home care through our Essen House Calls program. Guided by a Population Health model, our team of 500+ providers deliver care in-person, at home, or via telehealth, ensuring patients get the support they need when and where they need it.

We're looking for talented, motivated individuals to join our growing team. Whether you're a medical provider, administrator, or operations professional, there's a career here for you. Join us in making a real difference in the health of our community.

Job Summary

Provide psychiatric evaluation and management for residents in skilled nursing and long-term care settings, with oversight of behavioral health conditions and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and manage complex mental health conditions
• Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications
• Supervise and collaborate with psychiatric NPs and facility staff
• Participate in behavioral health quality initiatives and regulatory compliance

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree
• Completion of Psychiatry residency
• NY State medical license, DEA
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Psychiatry

Equal Opportunity Employer

Essen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.