Deputy Chief, Psychiatry Department

Description

Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY)  is adding a Deputy Chief, Psychiatry Department  to the group at  NYC Health + Hospitals/Nort h Central Bronx.  North Central Bronx (NCB) is a 213-bed community hospital providing quality care in a friendly setting. This facility provides a range of services and is known for its outstanding Behavioral Health, Women’s Health, Primary Care, Pediatric, Geriatric, and Specialty Ambulatory services. North Central Bronx has a reputation for its devotion to the needs of its patients and has created programs tailored to provide dedicated care to the community it serves. The hospital maintains a strong academic affiliation with  Albert Einstein College of Medicine to maintain its high healthcare delivery standards.

The Mission of  NYC Health + Hospitals is to extend equally to all New Yorkers, regardless of the ability to pay, comprehensive health services of the highest quality in an atmosphere of humane care, dignity, and respect. Their Values are built on a foundation of social and racial equity and has established the ICARE standards for all staff.

NYC Health + Hospitals is the nation’s largest municipal health care delivery system in the United States. Dedicated to providing the highest quality health care services to all New Yorkers with compassion, dignity and respect, and regardless of immigration status or ability to pay.

Opportunity Details:

• The Department of Psychiatry has 3 Adult Inpatient Units, a satellite CPEP, a Psychiatry Consultation-Liaison service, a Partial Hospital Program, an Outpatient Department, and an ACT team.
• Serve as a key clinical and administrative leader within the Department, working in close partnership with the Chief of Psychiatry to oversee operations, quality, workforce, and program development.
• Oversee clinical operations across inpatient, emergency (CPEP), and outpatient psychiatry services.
• Ensure adequate staffing models to support 24/7/365 coverage.
• Partner with Nursing, Social Work, Psychology, Activity and Medical Staff, as well as Administrative Leadership to optimize throughput, patient flow, and access.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives focused on patient safety, regulatory compliance, and clinical outcomes.
• Support implementation of system priorities including OMH, CMS, and Joint Commission standards.
• Promote and foster a culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvement, collaboration, and professional development.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and retention of Psychiatry staff in collaboration with PAGNY.
• Provide mentorship and supervision to Attending Psychiatrists, particularly early-career clinicians.
• Participate in NYC Health + Hospitals system-wide Behavioral Health initiatives and committees as delegated by the Chief. Assist the Chief in implementing these initiatives.
• Support medical student, resident, and continuing education programs within the Department.
• Collaborate with affiliated academic institutions as applicable.
• Provide direct patient care as needed, based on Departmental needs and leadership assignment.

Qualifications

• Board Certified in Psychiatry.
• Active New York State Medical License.
• At least 3-5 years of leadership experience in a clinical or administrative role in Behavioral Health operations.

Wages and Benefits include:

• Annual Base Salary: $278,200* based on 40-hour work week. Additional compensation available for extra call or sessional/per diem hours.
• Annual Stipend: $41,430 per year.

The annual total value of the compensation package is estimated at $491,450** , which includes the baseline salary, 401(k) contribution, sessional/per diem hours, and other factors as set forth below:

• Estimated annual compensation for 10 additional sessional/per diem hours worked per week is $104,000***.
• Projected bonus of up to $40,000 (based on previous year’s average), contingent upon meeting quality and productivity targets.
• 401(k) Company Contribution (subject to IRS contribution limits):
  • Employees are immediately vested in a 3% company contribution of base earnings. No employee match is required.
  • After one year of service, employees receive an additional 7% company contribution of base earnings. No employee match is required.
• Annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) Reimbursement.
• Generous Annual Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and CME days.
• Medical, Prescription, and Dental Coverage: Top-tier plans with employee contributions significantly below market rates.
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Coverage: Equal to 2x your salary (up to a maximum of $300,000) provided at no cost to you.
  • Additional employee-paid Voluntary Life and AD&D coverage is available for you and your family.
• Loan Forgiveness: Position may be eligible for loan forgiveness through certain state or federal programs.
• Medical Malpractice Coverage (equivalent to occurrence-based): Provided at no cost to the employee.
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Pre-tax employee-paid contributions for commuting expenses.
• Visa sponsorship will be considered for this position.

Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY) mission is to provide accountable, responsive, quality care with the highest degree of sensitivity to the needs of the diverse population that lives in our New York community. PAGNY is one of the largest physician groups in the country and directly employs nearly 4,000 physicians and allied health professionals who provide services to NYC Health + Hospitals, the largest municipal health care system in the nation, serving more than a million New Yorkers annually. Our providers are highly skilled professionals with outstanding credentials who deliver the highest level of quality healthcare to patients throughout New York City. 

Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY) is an equal opportunity employer committed to equitable hiring practices and a supportive workplace. All candidates are considered based on their individual qualifications, potential, and experience. To learn more about our culture and ongoing workplace practices, please visit our Workplace Culture | PAGNY page .

*Salary Disclosure Information: 

The salary listed for this position complies with New York City's Salary Transparency Law for Job Advertisements. The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, or benefits. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, historical performance, and other relevant criteria. 

**The annual total value of the compensation package shown is provided as an illustration and is not guaranteed.

***In 2023, Psychiatrists worked an average of 14 sessional/per diem hours per week.