Active or eligible medical license to practice in Washington, DC
3-5 years clinical practice experience
Meets credentialing requirements set by the facility and UHS
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
Benefits
Base salary plus highly competitive bonus structure
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
Full Job Description
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: $300,000-$325,000 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.
