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An ABPN-certified Psychiatrist will receive a salary premium over a non-ABPN-certified Psychiatrist. If the Psychiatrist attains ABPN certification during UCHC employment, the Psychiatrist’s salary will be increased to reflect the premium. A Psychiatrist must maintain ABPN-certification in order to retain this premium. If ABPN-certification lapses, the premium will be removed.

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Job Category

Department

Overview

University Correctional Health Care ( UCHC ), operating within Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is dedicated to excellence in providing physical, mental health, dental and sex offender treatment services to those involved in the criminal justice systems in New Jersey. UCHC operates with a total budget of $150 million and approximately 1,000 staff.

We are committed to being a leader in the delivery of effective, compassionate and accessible care informed by research within correctional environments.

We Care. We Teach. We Heal. We Improve.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Established in 1766 and celebrating a milestone 250th anniversary in 2016, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 67,000 students and 22,000 faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world.

Posting Summary

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care ( UCHC ) is seeking a Physician Specialist (Psychiatrist) for the Southwoods State Prison, located in Bridgeton, NJ. The Physician Specialist provides direct clinical care to state prisoners, functions collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and maintains effective communication with staff and administration.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Provides assessments, direct clinical care and treatment to inmates.
• Conducts comprehensive psychiatrist assessments (demonstrating a review of the electronic record, psychotropic medications, history of mental illness, prior psychiatric hospitalization, suicidal, unusual or bizarre behavior) for new admissions to UCHC’s Special Needs roster according to established time frames.
• Orders, initiates and interprets laboratory tests according to required time frames or as medically necessary.
• Conducts adequate and timely civil psychiatric commitment evaluations. Adequately completes required peer reviews or other audits within required time frames.
• Participates in treatment planning.

Position Status

Position Status Full Time

Hours Per Week 37.50

Daily Work Shift

Daily Work Shift Day

Work Arrangement

This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Eligible for certification or certified by the American Board Psychiatry and Neurology ( ABPN ) in Psychiatry with valid NJ medical license, CDS and NJ DEA . Computer Literacy,
• Valid Driver’s License. Possesses own vehicle or have alternative means of transportation from one site to another.

Preferred Qualifications

• Forensic psychiatry preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Special Conditions

Must be approved by the Department of Corrections ( DOC ) and adhere to all DOC requirements.

Posting Number

Posting Number 24ST1535

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

An ABPN -certified Psychiatrist will receive a salary premium over a non- ABPN -certified Psychiatrist. If the Psychiatrist attains ABPN certification during UCHC employment, the Psychiatrist’s salary will be increased to reflect the premium. A Psychiatrist must maintain ABPN -certification in order to retain this premium. If ABPN -certification lapses, the premium will be removed.

Regional Campus

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Home Location Campus Off Campus

City

City Bridgeton

State

State NJ

Southwoods State Prison, located in Bridgeton, NJ

Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Physician Specialist (Psychiatrist) FT UCHC SWSP Job Category Staff & Executive - Medical (Clinical) - Physician Department UCHC-South Woods-Outpatient Overview University Correctional Health Care ( UCHC ), operating within Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is dedicated to excellence in providing physical, mental health, dental and sex offender treatment services to those involved in the criminal justice systems in New Jersey. UCHC operates with a total budget of $150 million and approximately 1,000 staff.
We are committed to being a leader in the delivery of effective, compassionate and accessible care informed by research within correctional environments.

We Care. We Teach. We Heal. We Improve.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Established in 1766 and celebrating a milestone 250th anniversary in 2016, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 67,000 students and 22,000 faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world. Posting Summary Rutgers University Correctional Health Care ( UCHC ) is seeking a Physician Specialist (Psychiatrist) for the Southwoods State Prison, located in Bridgeton, NJ. The Physician Specialist provides direct clinical care to state prisoners, functions collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and maintains effective communication with staff and administration.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Provides assessments, direct clinical care and treatment to inmates.
• Conducts comprehensive psychiatrist assessments (demonstrating a review of the electronic record, psychotropic medications, history of mental illness, prior psychiatric hospitalization, suicidal, unusual or bizarre behavior) for new admissions to UCHC’s Special Needs roster according to established time frames.
• Orders, initiates and interprets laboratory tests according to required time frames or as medically necessary.
• Conducts adequate and timely civil psychiatric commitment evaluations. Adequately completes required peer reviews or other audits within required time frames.
• Participates in treatment planning.

Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week 37.50 Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement This position requires a full onsite work arrangement. FLSA Exempt Grade 01S Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 32111.00 Annual Mid Range Salary 219644.00 Annual Maximum Salary 407177.00 Standard Hours 40.00 Union Description Health Care Professionals Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to .

Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Eligible for certification or certified by the American Board Psychiatry and Neurology ( ABPN ) in Psychiatry with valid NJ medical license, CDS and NJ DEA . Computer Literacy,
• Valid Driver’s License. Possesses own vehicle or have alternative means of transportation from one site to another.

Preferred Qualifications

• Forensic psychiatry preferred.

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Special Conditions Must be approved by the Department of Corrections ( DOC ) and adhere to all DOC requirements. Posting Details Posting Number 24ST1535 Posting Open Date Special Instructions to Applicants An ABPN -certified Psychiatrist will receive a salary premium over a non- ABPN -certified Psychiatrist. If the Psychiatrist attains ABPN certification during UCHC employment, the Psychiatrist’s salary will be increased to reflect the premium. A Psychiatrist must maintain ABPN -certification in order to retain this premium. If ABPN -certification lapses, the premium will be removed. Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Off Campus City Bridgeton State NJ Location Details Southwoods State Prison, located in Bridgeton, NJ Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address:

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you eligible for certification or certified by the American Board Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) in Psychiatry with valid NJ medical license, CDS and NJ DEA?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a valid driver's license and possess a vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Certifications/Licenses

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement .

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