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Genesee County Mental Health Staff Psychiatrist in Batavia, New York
Staff Psychiatrist Genesee County Mental Health Full time position with benefits. Provisional appointment pending Civil Service examination. DISTIGUISHING FEAT U RES OF THE CLASS This is a professional position requiring patients. lncumbent is responsible for professional medical and psychiatric services for FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE SKILLS. ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Thorough professional knowledge of the practice of psychiatry; good knowledge of current psychiatric treatment and trends; the ability to supervise and instruct staff members; the ability to develop good community relations; the ability to write clear and concise reports; the ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating patient condition and making decisions on an appropriate course of treatment; Ability to interact effectively with a wide range of individuals with different mental health issues, cultural backgrounds and ages. Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of a license to practice medicine in the state of New York, three (3) years of formal or supervised training in an in-patient or out-patient mental health program plus two (2) additional years of clinical experience. MINIMUM SPECIAL REQUIRMENT FOR APPOINT: Possession of a valid New York State Driver's License at the time of appointment, and maintenance of such license throughout the tenure of employment in the position. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or marital status.