Psychiatric Physician Assistant (PAGNY), Correctional Health Services Job at The Medical Society of the State of New York, New York, NY

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  • The Medical Society of the State of New York
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Employed by PAGNY for The Division of Correctional Health Services (CHS) of New York City Health + Hospitals (H+H) is responsible for the delivery of medical care, mental health care, and discharge planning in the jail system. Approximately 25% of new admissions per year to the NYC jail system will receive care on the mental health service. This service strives to provide safe, holistic and evidence-based therapeutic interventions for the diverse range of mental health issues that face the population, from serious mental illness to the natural struggles that accompany incarceration. Responsibilities: Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am - 4pm Provide psychiatric care, including admission evaluations, follow-ups, and urgent and emergent consultations to individuals with mental health needs. Participate in the creation of an individualized treatment plan after discussing the case with the mental health care team, collecting and reviewing psychosocial data, medical history, nursing assessment, and other pertinent information. Evaluate patients for the need for a higher level of care, including hospitalization and escalate care when clinically appropriate. If a patient is hospitalized, maintain contact with the hospital psychiatric staff to ensure continuity of care. Provide patient education, specifically around issues related to medications and treatment adherence, and aftercare services. Document all activities in the electronic medical record in a timely, concise and clear manner. Integrate nursing and medical concepts in planning care for medically complicated psychiatric patients. Provide consultation to non-prescribing mental health staff and medical staff about diagnosis, treatment and/or the need for psychiatric medication. Counsel patients using advanced psychotherapeutic techniques, including in group settings if needed. Participate in team meetings with the treatment staff, on a daily basis if working on a mental observation unit and on a weekly basis if working in one of the clinics. Engage in clinical supervision, as indicated, with the Supervising or Senior psychiatrist. Provide clinical oversight for psychiatric physician’s assistant trainees as needed, including appropriate direct supervision and documentation of evaluation and feedback. Other duties as assigned by the Senior Psychiatrist or Mental Health Manager for the facility, Medical Director or Chief of Service for Psychiatry, or their respective designees. Department Preferences: Demonstrate advanced knowledge of psychopathology in assessing patients in need of mental health treatment, including mental status examination and diagnosis. Demonstrate advanced knowledge of psychopharmacology as it pertains to the patient population being treated and writing prescriptions. Qualifications: A bachelor's degree State of New York Certified Physician's Assistant Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician's Assistant At least 3 years of hospital or outpatient clinical experience as a PA in Behavioral Health An equivalent and satisfactory combination of education and experience may be considered. Exceptional Benefits include: Competitive compensation package Choice of a three tiered, starting at FREE medical plans starting day one Excellent dental insurance including orthodontics coverage starting day one Generous paid time off program Commuter benefits Hiring salary: $143,422.50 - $154,225.50 annually Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) is one of the largest multi-disciplinary groups in the country whose main purpose is to nurture and embolden the healthcare providers who take care of the most fragile and vulnerable patients in New York City. PAGNY is comprised of over 4,000 physicians and healthcare professionals who provide services to NYC Health + Hospitals (H+H) , the largest public health system in the United States. PAGNY has a strong commitment to the principles of diversity and, in that spirit, actively encourages applications from groups underrepresented in healthcare. Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (“PAGNY”) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Medical Society of the State of New York

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