Per Diem Forensic Examiner Psychiatrist, Correctional Health Services (FPECC-MHN)

This is an hourly position reporting to the Director of the Forensic Psychiatric Evaluation Court Clinics (FPECC) in the Division of Correctional Health Services.  The Bronx, Brooklyn/Staten Island, Manhattan, and Queens FPECCs are responsible for conducting fitness to proceed evaluations under NYS Criminal Procedure Law Article 730 and pre-sentencing evaluations under NYS Criminal Procedure Law 390 for adult criminal defendants in the NYC criminal justice system.

Per Diem Forensic Examiners conduct CPL 730 examinations of criminal defendants together with staff psychologists and psychiatrists, form independent opinions as to the examinees’ fitness to proceed, submit timely written reports to the Court, and provide courtroom testimony as and when required.  Currently, per diem examiners are only assigned to remote examinations.  

Responsibilities

• Interview defendants with cases in all counties of New York City via videoconference or, when possible, in person
• Review pertinent legal documents, medical records, and other relevant documentation
• Form independent psycholegal opinions regarding fitness to proceed
• Prepare timely and concise written reports documenting psycholegal opinions regarding fitness to proceed, the rationales for those opinions, and, if necessary, diagnostic formulations and treatment recommendations
• Testify in court as needed
• Participate in supervision with the FPECC Director and/or the Directors of the borough FPECCs
• Remain aware of and in compliance with organizational policies of CHS and FPECC

Department Preferences

• Excellent diagnostic and evaluation skills with particular attention to issues related to forming opinions about psycholegal questions
• Excellent forensic report-writing skills
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and professionally with colleagues of all disciplines
• Clinical experience with forensic mental health populations
• Proficiency with videoconferencing and word processing programs
• Fluent in spoken and written English

• M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited medical school
• Valid New York State medical license in good standing
• Current certification by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
• At least one year of satisfactory full-time experience in forensic court clinic work
• An equivalent and satisfactory combination of education and experience may be considered

PAGNY

Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY) mission is to provide accountable, responsive, quality care with the highest degree of sensitivity to the needs of the diverse population that lives in our New York Community. PAGNY is one of the largest physician groups in the country and directly employs nearly 4,000 physicians and allied health professionals who provide services to NYC Health + Hospitals, the largest municipal health care system in the nation serving more than a million New Yorkers annually.  Our providers are highly skilled professionals with outstanding credentials who deliver the highest level of quality healthcare to patients throughout New York City.  

Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and equitable hiring practices. We are dedicated to fostering a respectful and supportive workplace where everyone is valued. All candidates are considered based on their individual qualifications, potential, and experience.  

To learn more about our culture and ongoing workplace practices, please visit our Workplace Culture | PAGNY page.