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Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program.NY HELPNo
The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencyMental Health, Office of
The job title for the vacancy.TitlePsychiatrist 3, Buffalo Psychiatric Center, P26370
The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management
The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary Grade668
The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)
The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $322981 to $322981 Annually
Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided.Employment TypeFull-Time
This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination.Appointment TypeContingent Permanent
Jurisdictional class is the indicator for how this job can be filled. The classified service is governed by the Civil Service Commission, and consists of competitive, non-competitive, exempt, and labor classes. 'Competitive class' indicates that the applicant must take and pass an appropriate civil service examination. 'Non-competitive class' indicates that the applicant's qualifications will be evaluated without a civil service examination. 'Exempt class' indicates that the applicant will be evaluated by methods other than competitive or non-competitive, and that incumbents will not be granted tenure. 'Labor class' requires that applicants possess skills or other physical characteristics that cannot effectively be evaluated by other means. The unclassified service is legislatively defined, and includes such positions as elected officials, department and agency heads, and all academic personnel in public schools, colleges, and universities.Jurisdictional ClassNon-competitive Class
Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel.Travel Percentage0%
The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform.Duties DescriptionAs a Psychiatrist 3, you will have over-all administrative responsibility for a major treatment component organized to provide the full range of patient services. You will be responsible for ensuring that treatment programs are planned, organized, and conducted per patient needs. You will provide clinical and administrative oversight to medical staff, including psychiatrists, physicians, pediatricians, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and pharmacists; oversee the quality of treatment services provided by medical staff; perform case reviews and provide treatment to patients; provide advice and serve as a resource to lower-level facility medical staff; and collect and analyze data to enhance medication management on an ongoing basis.
The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy.Minimum QualificationsMust have possession of a license and current registration to practice medicine in New York State; certification in psychiatry by the ABPN; and two years of post-board certification experience as a member of the psychiatric staff in a psychiatric hospital and/or in the psychiatry department of a general hospital, one year of which must have included clinical supervision of other psychiatrists, psychiatric residents, or fellows.
Additional comments regarding the vacancy.Additional CommentsPsychiatrists at OMH facilities are eligible for:
• Supplemental income of up to 50% of salary by volunteering to provide evening, night, and weekend coverage
• Defense and Indemnification Protection- broader in scope than typical medical malpractice coverage
• OMH sponsored Continuing Medical Education (CME) Program
All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:
• NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Access to tuition assistance programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth
• Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
• NYS Retirement programs
Background checks will be required.
NOTE:
1. In order to be eligible for appointment and to maintain employment, you cannot be listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of the Federal and/or State Medicaid and Medicare exclusion lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program). If you are appointed and subsequently listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of these lists (or excluded from any other Federal or federally assisted program), you may be terminated from your employment.
2. If appointed you may be required to become an enrolled Medicare provider; obtain and provide to your employer a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number issued by the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES); and otherwise actively participate to the degree necessary to allow for your services to be billed through Medicare and Medicaid. If you are appointed and you lose the ability to bill through Medicare and Medicaid, you may be terminated from your employment.
3. License and Certification: Loss of license or limited permit to practice medicine in New York State or board certification, if required, may result in removal from your position.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Freqently Asked Questions
A Psychiatrist 3 at Buffalo Psychiatric Center carries significant administrative duties, including overseeing treatment programs, supervising medical staff, and ensuring quality care. This contrasts with entry-level roles that primarily focus on direct patient care without managerial responsibilities or program oversight.
Expertise in clinical supervision, medication management, and interdisciplinary collaboration is crucial. The Psychiatrist 3 must also analyze treatment data and provide leadership to psychiatric teams, going beyond routine patient care to ensure comprehensive mental health services.
Professionals may advance into higher administrative roles, such as medical director positions or policy advisors within state mental health agencies, leveraging their clinical and leadership experience to shape psychiatric care delivery on a broader scale.
Yes, state employment often provides enhanced benefits like supplemental income for extra coverage, comprehensive malpractice protection, and structured continuing medical education, creating a supportive environment for career growth not always matched in private practice.
This position benefits from New York’s robust public mental health infrastructure, offering competitive fixed salary rates and participation in state retirement plans, while also emphasizing administrative leadership within a major psychiatric facility.
Buffalo's demand for experienced psychiatrists remains stable, with fewer candidates pursuing senior leadership roles. This creates a relatively favorable hiring environment for qualified Psychiatrist 3 professionals seeking full-time, permanent positions.
Buffalo’s community health needs and regional mental health policies influence treatment approaches. Psychiatrists here must adapt to diverse patient demographics and collaborate with state agencies to align care with local standards and resources.
The position offers a fixed annual salary of $322,981, which is highly competitive within Buffalo’s healthcare market, reflecting the role’s seniority and administrative responsibilities, and often surpassing private sector psychiatric salaries in the region.
Candidates must hold a valid New York medical license, ABPN board certification in psychiatry, and at least two years of post-certification experience, including supervisory roles, ensuring they meet the state’s stringent clinical and leadership standards.
Beyond clinical duties, the Psychiatrist 3 is tasked with administrative oversight, program planning, and quality assurance, requiring a blend of medical expertise and managerial skills to guide multidisciplinary teams within the psychiatric center.
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