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Psychiatry Physician
Mohawk Valley Health System
Utica, NY, USA
USD 280k-370k / year
Posted on Feb 24, 2026
Job Summary
Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatrist to join our multidisciplinary Behavioral Health team. This full-time, hospital-employed position is based in a structured inpatient setting and offers the opportunity to provide high-quality care to patients with acute psychiatric needs. The schedule is Monday-Friday, with a shared call rotation. Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible with a NYS License. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Core Job Responsibilities
- Conduct psychiatric evaluations, manage medications, and coordinate care plans
- Work collaboratively with psychiatric nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, and other support staff
- Participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds, treatment team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives
- Participate in shared call
- Engage in medical education through supervision and teaching of psychiatry residents
- Demonstrate quality in documentation
- 4 days inpatient unit, 1 day EDCL
- Must be on site
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 96603
Department PSYCHIATRIC UNIT
Shift Variable
Shift Hours Worked 12.00
FTE 1
Work Schedule PHYSICIAN
Employee Status A1 - Full-Time
Union Non-Union
Pay Range $280,000-$370,000