Psychiatry Physician Per Diem

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Until 8/22/2026 First posted May 28, 2026 Last posted May 28, 2026
Job description

Job Summary

Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatrist to join our multidisciplinary Behavioral Health team. This position offers the rewarding opportunity to care for a diverse patient population in a supportive, collaborative environment. Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible with a NYS License. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Core Job Responsibilities

  • Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with a wide range of psychiatric conditions
  • Provide medication management and collaborate on individualized treatment plans
  • Work closely with a multidisciplinary team including therapists, social workers, and primary care providers
  • Participate in team meetings and quality improvement initiatives
  • Opportunity to see both adult and child/adolescent populations
  • Participate in shared call
  • Engage in medical education through supervision and teaching of psychiatry residents
  • Demonstrate quality in documentation

Education/Experience Requirements

REQUIRED:

  • Medical degree (M.D. or D.O.) and successful completion of a residency and internship.
  • Experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified, which may include residency in a directly related medical specialty. 
  • Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.
  • Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
  • Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient care services in area of medical expertise.
  • Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students in area of expertise.
  • Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage.
  • Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops.
  • Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise.
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
  • Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
  • Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

REQUIRED:

  • Current NYS Certification/Licensure
  • Federal DEA Certification
  • Board certified or Board Eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty, Medical Specialty License or Certification if applicable

Disclaimer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

Job Details

Req Id  94555 
Department  MG - SPEC - OUTPATIENT PSYCH 
Shift Days
Shift Hours Worked  8.50
FTE 1 
Work Schedule  PHYSICIAN
Employee Status A1 - Full-Time 
Union Non-Union
Pay Range TBD

About this role

Summary

Evaluate, diagnose, and treat psychiatric patients; collaborate with healthcare team.

Job title

Psychiatry Physician Per Diem

Experience level

board certified or board eligible

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Remote work not specified; based in NYS or willing to relocate

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

medical degreeresidencyNYS LicenseDEA Certificationpsychiatry

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

psychiatrymental healthmedication management
Locations

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