Opportunity Details:
We are seeking a PRN Adult Inpatient Psychiatrist to join a behavioral health hospital in Petersburg, Virginia. This independent contractor role offers 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
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Employment Type: PRN (Independent Contractor)
- Schedule / Hours: weekend call coverage
- Call: weekend rounding and/or overnight call
- 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
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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 patient care, including medication management and progress evaluations
- Collaborate with physicians, APPs, and clinical support staff
- Document patient care, treatment plans, and clinical updates
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive per-contact contractor model
Qualifications
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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
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Leadership opportunities within the inpatient program
- Collaborative environment with experienced behavioral health professionals
- Career advancement within a national healthcare system
About the Organization & Community
Poplar Springs Hospital has served the greater Richmond region for nearly 45 years, providing comprehensive psychiatric and addiction treatment services across diverse patient populations. Located on a peaceful 25-acre campus in Petersburg, the hospital offers a serene setting that supports both patient recovery and provider satisfaction.
As part of Universal Health Services (UHS), a leading national healthcare organization, physicians benefit from organizational stability, resources, and long-term career growth opportunities.
The Richmond metro area offers a dynamic blend of history, culture, outdoor recreation, and family-friendly living, making it an excellent place to call home.
Apply today or contact
Will DeCuyper, In-house Physician Recruiter
[email protected]
(404) 606-9644
Reach out for a confidential conversation and explore how you can make a meaningful impact at Poplar Springs Hospital.
