Opportunity DetailsWe are seeking a
full-time Adult Inpatient Psychiatrist to join a behavioral health hospital in Petersburg, Virginia. This role offers
strong compensation, flexible employment structure, and a fully staffed support team, allowing you to focus on delivering high-quality inpatient psychiatric care while leading a collaborative treatment team.
Quick Facts- Employment Type: Full-Time (Employed or Independent Contractor option)
• Schedule / Hours: Full-time inpatient schedule
• Call: Shared call (weeknights by phone; weekend rounding)
• Patient Volume: Adult and Adolescent inpatient caseload (manageable, team-supported)
• Location: Petersburg, VA (Richmond metro area)
• Practice Setting: Inpatient Behavioral Health Hospital (Adult, Military or Adolescent Unit)
• Support / Care Team: Psychiatrists, APPs, nursing staff, therapists, case managers
Responsibilities- Provide inpatient psychiatric care to adult and adolescent patients with mental health and substance use disorders
• Conduct admission evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans
• Lead multidisciplinary treatment teams to ensure coordinated care
• Manage daily patient care, including medication management and progress evaluations
• Participate in on-call coverage and weekend rounding as scheduled
• Collaborate with physicians, APPs, and clinical support staff
• Document patient care, treatment plans, and clinical updates
Compensation & Benefits- Salary: Competitive base salary + bonus structure (or per-contact contractor model)
• Sign-on / Relocation: Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available
• Health, Dental, Vision & Retirement: Comprehensive benefits + 401(k) with match + stock purchase plan
• PTO, CME & Schedule Flexibility: Generous PTO and CME allowance
• Wellness & Work-Life Balance Support: Malpractice coverage, disability insurance, and supportive scheduling
Qualifications- MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
• Active or eligible Virginia medical license
• Minimum of 4 years of training/practice experience
• Inpatient psychiatry experience preferred
• Meets credentialing requirements for medical staff
Growth & Development- Leadership opportunities within the inpatient program
• Collaborative environment with experienced behavioral health professionals
• Career advancement within a national healthcare system
Apply today or contact
Will DeCuyper, In-house Physician Recruiter(404) 606-9644
Reach out for a confidential conversation and explore how you can make a meaningful impact at Poplar Springs Hospital.
