We are seeking a full-time General Psychiatrist to join the Adult Inpatient Services at the Psychiatric Institute of Washington (PIW), a leading freestanding behavioral health hospital in downtown DC. This role offers flexible compensation with a highly competitive productivity bonus structure, enabling you to focus on delivering excellent clinical care within a supportive and collaborative team environment.
Quick Facts
• Employment Type: Full-time (employed) with independent contractor option considered
• Schedule / Hours: Inpatient clinical hours with no mandatory weekend on-call.
• Call: Weekend call approximately one weekend per month
• Patient Volume: Adult inpatient population with diverse psychiatric needs
• Location: Washington, DC (easily accessible via Metrorail and public transportation)
• Practice Setting: Freestanding psychiatric hospital with partial and intensive outpatient programs
• Support / Care Team: Multidisciplinary clinical staff, physicians, and administration
• EMR / Technology: Electronic Medical Records utilized for documentation
Responsibilities
• Conduct initial evaluations and assessments of adult psychiatric inpatients
• Lead the treatment team and provide daily patient care in the acute inpatient program
• Collaborate closely with other psychiatrists, APPs, nursing staff, and support personnel
• Provide comprehensive documentation of clinical care in the EMR system
Compensation & Benefits
• Base salary plus highly competitive bonus structure
Salary: $275,000-$350,000 plus sign-on and relocation bonuses
• Malpractice insurance coverage
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Matching 401(k) retirement plan
• CME allowance and professional development support
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance packages
• Relocation assistance if needed
• Sign-on bonus available
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Independent contractor arrangements considered upon request
Qualifications
• MD/DO degree from an accredited medical program
• Board Certified in Psychiatry
• Active or eligible medical license to practice in Washington, DC
• Minimum of 3-5 years clinical practice experience
• Meets credentialing requirements set by the facility and UHS
Growth & Development
• Opportunities for professional growth and personal development within a multidisciplinary team
• Involvement in training, mentorship, and community education programs
• Potential leadership and advancement roles within PIW and UHS networks
Call to Action
For more information or to discuss this opportunity, please contact:
Will DeCuyper
In-House Physician Recruiter
Office: (470) 289-2408
Cell: (404) 606-8644
Universal Health Services, Inc.
UHS of Delaware, Inc.
