Description
Putnam Hospital Center in Carmel, NY, located just one hour north of New York City, has an opportunity for a full-time staff psychiatrist to join three established psychiatrists. Putnam Hospital has a 20-bed inpatient unit and a partial hospitalization program. A new outpatient office is located near the hospital. The program offers families struggling with mental illness an integrated, comprehensive, and complementary schedule of recognized treatment approaches, including group and individual therapy, family meetings, art therapy, behavior therapy, medication and illness education, and substance abuse and dietary groups. The work schedule follows a business day model with call responsibilities. This position combines both inpatient and outpatient duties as well as nursing home responsibilities. The position offers a competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits. We are looking for the following criteria in candidates: Board certified within three years of completing residency, well-trained graduating residents will be considered, understanding of New York State Office of Mental Health regulations and JCAHO standards for Inpatient Psychiatric Services, excellent communication skills, and the ability to interact well with attending physicians and community mental health agencies. Putnam Hospital Center (PHC),in Carmel, New York, is a 165-bed community hospital. With a staff of more than 300 physicians, PHC offers the highest quality medical, surgical, psychiatric, oncology, pediatric, orthopedic, obstetrical/gynecological, and intensive care, as well as 24-hour emergency services and home health care. Putnam has recently completed a $34 million addition with all single-patient rooms. Putnam Hospital Center is in a beautiful suburban location, an hour north of New York City. The area enjoys a reputation for both excellent public and private schools and is an excellent place to raise a family. The region is a great choice for balancing work and quality of life.
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