Psychiatrist

Valley Medical Group, part of the Valley Health System in Paramus, New Jersey, is seeking a full-time Psychiatrist to join our growing Behavioral Health program within the Medical Specialties Service Line. The role is primarily outpatient-focused with opportunities to participate in consult-liaison work in the Valley Hospital.

The Psychiatrist will provide high-quality mental health care to patients, including diagnosis, treatment, and management of psychiatric disorders. Responsibilities include conducting thorough psychiatric evaluations and assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, monitoring patient progress and adjusting medications or therapies over time. The physician will collaborate with psychotherapists, primary care physicians, specialists, social workers and care coordinators to provide multidisciplinary psychiatric care to patients with comorbid medical and psychiatric conditions.

Program Overview

Our Behavioral Health program currently includes a multidisciplinary team of Psychiatrists, psychotherapists, and support staff. The role is a full-time clinical position with predominantly outpatient responsibilities with a portion of time devoted to hospital-based consult-liaison services.

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in Graduate Medical Education (GME) activities
• Engage in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
• Contribute to community outreach and mental health education programs

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive compensation models include generous wRVU productivity incentive with the opportunity to grow, uncapped
• Medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability, 401k, 457b
• Paid holidays, PTO
• CME allowance and time
• Malpractice coverage
• Relocation allowance
• Non-Profit Health System, eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications

• An MD or DO
• Board eligible or certification in Psychiatry
• Existing or Eligibility for New Jersey Medical License, DEA and CDS required

Applicants should submit a letter of interest and a CV to Min Hong, Physician Recruitment, Valley Medical Group at mhong3@valleyhealth.com , apply here Valley Health System Careers: Psychiatrist or please call to inquire at 718-290-0278

The Valley Hospital in Paramus, NJ

Situated less than 15 miles from Manhattan, Paramus is in the heart of Bergen County, one of the most desirable counties in the United States, with excellent schools, numerous recreational and cultural activities.  Its proximity to New York City allows for easy access to everything the city has to offer or live in New York City and enjoy a simple reverse commute. With the opening of our new $975 million, 370 bed acute care hospital on April 14, 2024, The Valley Health System continues to demonstrate its commitment to providing exceptional, world class care to the 1.1 million residents of our catchment area. 

Valley Medical Group

An integral part of Valley Health System, Valley Medical Group is a physician-led and professionally managed group practice dedicated to improving the health and wellness of the people we serve. Valley Medical Group features more than 300 physicians and nearly 200 advanced practice providers in 60 adult and pediatric specialties. We are a well-established Medical Group committed to providing exceptional care to our community. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a large team of experts in the field, and a key provider within a nationally recognized, top-quality, patient-centered network.