FT Inpatient Adult Psychiatrist

Syracuse, New York

Posted on
July 29, 2026
Employment Type
Full Time

Job Description

Position Overview

Full-time Inpatient Psychiatrist opportunity with an academic medical center providing psychiatric care for adult patients. This role combines inpatient clinical practice with teaching and mentorship, offering the opportunity to work alongside residents and medical students in a collaborative learning environment.

Schedule & Location

Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Permanent candidates are preferred, with long-term coverage opportunities available while the organization recruits for a permanent provider.

Clinical Responsibilities

  • Provide inpatient psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and ongoing treatment

  • Manage approximately 8–12 inpatient beds with support from residents or advanced practice providers

  • Participate in admissions, treatment planning, and discharge planning

  • Supervise and mentor psychiatry residents and medical students

  • Participate in call coverage on a voluntary or shared basis as needed

Candidate Requirements

  • Board Certified Psychiatrist

  • Interest in academic psychiatry and teaching

  • Strong collaborative and patient-centered approach to inpatient behavioral healthcare

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary with opportunities for additional compensation through optional call coverage. Comprehensive benefits package available for permanent providers.

Collaborative Environment

Join a multidisciplinary academic behavioral health team where psychiatrists work closely with residents, medical students, nurse practitioners, and other clinical professionals. This position offers the opportunity to combine high-quality inpatient psychiatric care with education and mentorship in a supportive teaching environment.


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