MENTAL HEALTH ASSISTANT - BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES | Geri Extended 12-A | Full Time Evening E/O WEEKEND (21575)

This Psychiatry position at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Psychiatry professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $300k, with the typical range spanning $230k to $400k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Stated compensation: $21.25 per hour.

This position also offers production-based compensation: $21 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

This position is based in New Jersey.

Key skills and qualifications: Patient care, De-escalation, CPR/AED, Infection control, Patient monitoring, Documentation, Communication, Interpersonal skills. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Psychiatry role.

Core responsibilities: The Mental Health Assistant provides direct patient care, including monitoring vital signs, assisting with daily living activities, and supporting therapeutic interventions. They also ensure a safe, clean environment by performing unit rounds, property searches, and assisting with patient de-escalat...

Benefits package: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 9 Paid Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, Continuing Education. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.