Addiction Specialist

Description

We are actively seeking an experienced addiction psychiatrist to join our team in Patchogue, Suffolk County. This is an exciting opportunity to practice as part of a multidisciplinary, inpatient chemical dependency program within a nationally recognized health system, collaborating with a team of mental health professionals to deliver the best possible care to patients.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

i. Provide medical leadership, supervision and direction to the Outpatient Chemical Dependency Program (the "Program") and Hospital Consultation Liaison Services;

ii. Provide direct patient care both within the hospital/emergency service areas and in the Program including but not limited to assessment, diagnosis, and medication treatment;

iii. Develop and expand hospital based and outpatient addiction services;

iv. Oversee the development and revision of medical policies, procedures and ongoing training for matters such as routine medical care, specialized services, and medical and psychiatric emergency care within the Program.

v. Impart evidence-based best practices regarding substance use disorders including but not limited to treatment and recovery-based services, overdose prevention, and medication assisted therapy services;

vi. In conjunction with the Program Manager, oversee and direct clinicians within the Program, approve assessments and care plans, and make recommendations for further treatment to ensure quality of care and productivity standards are met;

vii. Ensure documentation meets the requirements of policy and regulations;

viii. Comply with OASAS, Joint Commission, HIPAA and any related regulatory requirements;

ix. Maintain sound tracking and documentation systems concerning clinical services;

x. Be responsible for teaching and supervising trainees.

NYU Langone Health Faculty Group Practice (FGP) is a group of more than 3,500 physicians in more than 300 sites owned and operated as part of NYU Langone Health. Our rapidly growing portfolio of outpatient sites are bringing expert care to locations throughout the New York boroughs, Long Island, and Florida. In addition to our growing network of ambulatory facilities, our patients can access a wide range of highly specialized medical and surgical care at our hospital campuses.

When you join us, a designated team will work with you to build and maintain relationships, promoting access to the world-class care and research available at NYU Langone Health.

Compensation: $275,000-$350,000

The salary range listed is for full-time employment and does not include incentive compensation or benefits. Actual salary may not fall within the listed salary range; consideration will be made for experience, training, hospital/community need, and other factors

Qualifications

The ideal candidate is a licensed, board-certified addiction psychiatrist comfortable working with a diverse patient population to help relieve the pain, symptoms, and stresses associated with substance use disorders, often co-occurring with psychiatric and other disorders. You must offer strong diagnostic, assessment, and treatment skills reflective of a top-quality healthcare system, and bring the experience needed to deliver compassionate care in the context of homelessness, justice system involvement, and other adverse social determinants.

Application Instructions

For consideration, please send your CV to: View email address on click.appcast.io

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