Inpatient Psychiatrist

CarePoint Health is one of New Jersey’s leading health care systems comprised of three long-standing and highly-regarded hospitals – Bayonne Medical Center, Christ Hospital, and Hoboken University Medical Center. CarePoint united these three area hospitals to provide 360 degree coordinated care by integrating the medical facilities and physician networks associated with these institutions. With over 3,500 employees, CarePoint is the largest private employer in Hudson County, New Jersey, and each year provides care to over 300,000 individuals.

CarePoint prides itself on its patient-focused approach to care delivery, with an emphasis on preventative medicine, health education, and disease management. Leveraging its vast network of physicians and healthcare experts, CarePoint is quickly becoming recognized as a leader in the broader healthcare landscape as it pioneers creative solutions to address urgent population health needs.

CarePoint Health is seeking a full-time Psychiatrist for the newly approved inpatient unit at Bayonne Medical Center. Potential Directorship and teaching opportunities available.  Engagement within the hospital community, which is very supportive

• Use a variety of methods to evaluate a patient, such as interviewing the patient, their family or other persons.
• Develop a treatment plan according to the needs of the patient’s needs and extent of emotional, social, cognitive, developmental, or behavioral disorder.
• Treat a patient using psychotherapeutic methods and medication, monitoring the effects of any medication and adjusting treatment where necessary.
• Consult with the patient’s Primary Care Physician, Nurses or other health care providers.
• Provide crisis intervention when needed.
• Write and maintain patient and clinical records, including the type of treatment and medication administered.
• Keep up-to-date with professional job knowledge by reading publications, attending educational conferences or maintaining professional networks.
• Follow ethical and legal policies, procedures and standards.

• Requires a MD degree from an accredited school.
• Must have completed a psychiatry residency. 
• State license or (obtain NJ license) and certification
• Strong decision making, problem solving, and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Prior experience using eClinicalWorks and/or Meditech preferred
• Strong teamworking, leadership, and organizational abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Open to Teaching

• Competitive pay & Bonus Potential
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with Company match
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Continuing Medical Education (CME) PTO along with Annual CME reimbursement
• Reimbursement for NJ Licensure/CDS/DEA and required certifications
• Malpractice Coverage w/Tail
• Advancement and career development opportunities

Influenza Vaccinations are a requirement for employment at CarePoint Health for each season.

CarePoint Health is 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.