Psychiatry - Forensic Physician

Locum Tenens Adult Forensic Psychiatrist Inpatient Forensic Unit

Rochester, New York

Description

We are seeking a Locum Tenens Adult Forensic Psychiatrist to provide psychiatric services in an inpatient forensic setting in Rochester, NY. This is a minimum 6-month assignment with the possibility of extension , with a long-term need extending through December 31, 2030 .

The position involves caring for patients on an inpatient forensic unit, primarily individuals with CPL 330.20, CPL 730, and 508 designations . Patient length of stay may range from several months to more than 5 years .

About the facility

• Located in Rochester, NY
• Western NY Region (Region 5)
• Adult inpatient forensic psychiatric setting
• Inpatient Forensic Unit
• Approximately patients per provider
• Patient population primarily includes individuals with CPL 330.20, CPL 730, and 508 designations
• Length of stay ranges from several months to 5+ years

Compensation:

Pay Rate: Details can be discussed further after applying to the job posting.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric evaluation and treatment for adult forensic inpatients
• Manage an inpatient forensic caseload of approximately patients
• Provide ongoing psychiatric care for patients with competency and criminal procedure-related needs
• Participate in scheduled weekday clinical duties
• Provide additional on-call coverage as required
• Respond to clinical needs during occasional nights, weekends, and holidays
• Collaborate with the inpatient treatment team to support patient care

Qualifications

• ABPN General Psychiatry Board Certification Required
• Forensic Psychiatry Board Certification Preferred
• Active New York State medical license Required
• NYS DEA Registration Required
• New York State Medicaid Enrollment Required
• Medicare Enrollment Required
• Experience or interest in forensic inpatient psychiatry preferred

Working Hours

• 40 hours per week
• Monday Friday
• 8:00 AM 4:30 PM
• Up to 16 additional on-call hours per week
• On-call coverage may include occasional:
  • Nights
  • Weekends
  • Holidays
• Assignment Term: 6 months with possibility to extend

Skills

• Adult psychiatry
• Inpatient forensic psychiatry
• Forensic psychiatric assessment and treatment
• Management of patients with competency and criminal procedure-related needs
• Inpatient psychiatric patient management
• On-call psychiatric coverage
• Multidisciplinary collaboration
• Familiarity with CPL 330.20, CPL 730, and 508 patient designations

Apply today to discuss compensation, credentialing, assignment details, and on-call requirements.