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Job description
Psychiatrist Needed In Upstate NY
Full Time | Saranac Lake , NY | Permanent
Job Id: PZ20991
Psych Position Upstate NY
Psychiatrist - Inpatient Geriatric Psychiatry
Location: Saranac Lake, New York
Schedule: 7 Days On / 7 Days Off
Compensation: $325,000 - $350,000 annually (commensurate with experience)
Opportunity
A respected healthcare organization in upstate New York is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Psychiatrist to join its inpatient geriatric psychiatry service. This is an excellent opportunity to practice in a dedicated geriatric behavioral health unit within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment while enjoying an exceptional work-life balance.
Practice Setting
You will provide care on a 12-bed acute inpatient geriatric psychiatry unit serving adults age 50 and older. The role involves working closely with an interdisciplinary team including physicians, nursing staff, social workers, and therapists to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered psychiatric care.
Position Highlights
Full-time inpatient geriatric psychiatry role
7-on / 7-off schedule offering strong work-life balance
Manage evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of geriatric psychiatric patients
Lead multidisciplinary treatment planning and daily rounds
Provide medication management and behavioral interventions
Collaborate on discharge planning and continuity of care
Supportive team environment with strong clinical and administrative resources
Candidate Profile MD or DO
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
Eligible for New York State medical licensure
Strong interest in geriatric psychiatry and inpatient care
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary range: $325,000 - $350,000
Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, and malpractice coverage
Stable, hospital-employed position with long-term growth potential
Location & Lifestyle
Saranac Lake is located in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains, offering year-round outdoor recreation, scenic beauty, and a close-knit community. This region provides an outstanding quality of life with access to hiking, skiing, lakes, and cultural activities-all within reach of major Northeast cities
Recruiter Information Recruiter: Peter Zachowicz
Email:
Phone: x214
Worksite address
saranac lake, NY, 12983, US
Who can apply
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