Staff Psychiatrist or Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Responsibilities

• Perform initial psychiatric evaluations, ongoing clinical assessments, and crisis intervention.
• Provide medication evaluations and management according to professional standards of care.
• Collaborate with clinical staff members and community providers to ensure integrated care.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical records.
• Provide short-term or time-sensitive treatment compatible with the academic calendar.
• Review student records to determine the progress and effectiveness of treatment services.
• Participate in staff meetings, treatment plan meetings, and outreach programming.
• Order lab tests and prepare psychiatric reports as needed.
• Consult with family members of students when appropriate.

Requirements

• MD degree with completion of an ACGME accredited residency in Psychiatry OR Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner certification.
• Unrestricted New York State medical license.
• Unrestricted DEA license.
• Board certification in Psychiatry or certification as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner.
• At least two years of clinical experience.
• Ability to work part-time (7-10 hours per week) following the academic calendar (36 weeks per year).

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a university mental health setting.
• Strong understanding of developmental and mental health challenges affecting late adolescents and young adults.
• Demonstrated cultural competence in delivering care to diverse student populations.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay rate of $165/hr.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Tuition remission opportunities.

About the Company

Manhattanville University is a dedicated educational institution committed to the wellbeing of its students. The Student Health and Counseling (SHAC) department provides essential mental health support to foster a healthy and successful campus community.