Job Description
What You'll Be Doing:
The Inpatient Psychiatrist is responsible for providing comprehensive psychiatric care to adult patients in an inpatient setting, including patients with severe mental illness, psychiatric emergencies, substance use disorders, and those requiring involuntary treatment. The position provides clinical leadership within a multidisciplinary team and requires strong clinical judgment, knowledge of applicable legal and regulatory requirements, and a commitment to patient-centered care and safety.
Clinical Experience:
Minimum of 3–5 years of experience treating patients in an inpatient psychiatric setting, with preference for experience in acute and involuntary psychiatric care.
Demonstrated expertise in the assessment and treatment of severe mental illness, including psychotic disorders, mood disorders, substance use disorders, and psychiatric emergencies.
Experience managing patients requiring involuntary commitment, court-ordered treatment, and emergency psychiatric interventions.
Proficiency in risk assessment, including evaluation of suicide risk, violence risk, and grave disability.
Core Competencies:
Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills in high-acuity environments.
Excellent communication and conflict-resolution abilities.
Commitment to trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, and patient-centered care.
Ability to effectively manage crises, de-escalate behavioral emergencies, and support a culture of safety.
Demonstrated leadership, professionalism, and collaboration in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
Leadership and Administrative Experience:
Experience leading multidisciplinary treatment teams, advanced practice providers, nurses, social workers, therapists, and support staff.
Knowledge of psychiatric unit operations, quality improvement initiatives, regulatory compliance, and performance management.
Ability to develop and implement evidence-based clinical protocols and standards of care.
Experience with accreditation and regulatory requirements, including standards established by state agencies, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and accreditation organizations.
Legal and Regulatory Knowledge:
Comprehensive understanding of state and federal laws governing involuntary psychiatric treatment, patient rights, confidentiality, informed consent, and emergency interventions.
Experience providing clinical testimony and participating in commitment hearings, as applicable.
Ability to ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards while maintaining patient and staff safety.
Preferred Qualifications:- Fellowship training in emergency psychiatry, or related subspecialty.
- Prior experience serving as a Unit Chief, or attending psychiatrist in an involuntary psychiatric setting.
- Experience with quality improvement, utilization management, and psychiatric program development.
- What We're Looking ForEducation and Licensing Requirements
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.
- Completion of an accredited Psychiatry residency program.
- Board certification or board eligibility in Psychiatry.
- Current, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of New Jersey, or eligibility for New Jersey licensure.
- Must meet applicable hospital credentialing and privileging requirements.
What We Offer:- Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications: When determining the compensation, several factors may be considered including, years of relevant experience, credentials, union contracts, education, and internal equity.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance 401K, Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Opportunities for professional growth, development, and continuing education
- Employee wellness programs and resources
- Influenza Vaccinations are a requirement for employment. If you are not currently vaccinated you will be required to receive the vaccination prior to hire date, during the influenza season, if you are offered employment, unless you request and receive an approved medical exemption.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
