Psychiatrist – Inpatient Telepsychiatry (After-Hours Coverage) | Remote, NY License Required

Location: Remote (Serving New York Inpatient Facility) Job Type: Full-Time / Contract (12 shifts per month minimum) Position Overview Alina Telehealth is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Psychiatrist with an active New York medical license to provide after-hours inpatient telepsychiatry coverage. You’ll be part of a collaborative, well-supported clinical team providing admission consults, medication management, and on-call coverage — all remotely. This position is ideal for physicians seeking flexibility, consistency, and professional balance while supporting inpatient psychiatric care. Schedule • Minimum Requirement: 12 shifts per month • Hours: 5:00 PM – 8:00 AM EST (Monday – Sunday) • Rotation: 7-on / 7-off or flexible monthly schedule • Consistent after-hours coverage with advance scheduling Responsibilities • Respond promptly to emergency room calls and inpatient consultations • Handle admission orders, medication management, and treatment adjustments • Collaborate with on-site Nurse Practitioners seeking physician input • Document all encounters and orders accurately in the EMR (Meditech) • Provide follow-up consultations when required • Ensure all calls are attended to within the required response timeframe • Patients will be seen remotely as needed for proper clinical management Type of Calls • Admission Orders • Medication Adjustments • NPs requesting Physician Input or Review Average Call Volume: 4–6 calls per night Qualifications • Active and unrestricted New York Medical License • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry • Prior inpatient or telepsychiatry experience preferred • Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and reliability Why Join Alina Telehealth ✅ Fully remote position — provide inpatient coverage from anywhere ✅ Malpractice insurance (including tail) covered by the company ✅ Consistent scheduling and administrative support ✅ Collaborative team environment with on-site NP support ✅ Opportunity to make a lasting impact on patient mental health care About Us At Alina Telehealth, we are committed to setting the standard for telepsychiatry and providing evidence-based behavioral health services. Join us in making a difference by delivering quality care to patients in need. Tele-us your needs! Apply tot his job

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