Physician-Part Time-Fredericksburg, VA

Part-Time PhysicianLegacy Care's independent medical group is committed to delivering exceptional, person-centered mental health care in post-acute care settings across Virginia. Our mission focuses on personalizing healthcare experiences to meet the individual needs of patients throughout the continuum of care. Clinicians thrive in an environment that supports professional autonomy, collaborative practice and flexible scheduling.Role OverviewWe are seeking an experienced and collaborative Physician to support our Fredericksburg team on a part-time basis. This role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality, person-centered psychiatric and mental health care within post-acute, long-term care and assisted living settings. The successful candidate will conduct comprehensive patient assessments, diagnose and manage medical and behavioral health conditions, develop individualized treatment plans, monitor treatment effectiveness, coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams and promote safe, effective continuity of care.Benefits for Our Healthcare ProfessionalsPart-time scheduling to support work-life balance and professional commitmentsCompetitive compensation based on experience, qualifications and clinical expertiseProfessional autonomy within a collaborative and supportive clinical environmentOpportunity to provide psychiatric and mental health care across post-acute, long-term care and assisted living settingsComprehensive clinical and administrative support, including assistance with credentialingStreamlined in-house billing workflows and operational supportAccess to discounted professional liability insurance where applicableKey ResponsibilitiesProvide comprehensive medical, psychiatric and behavioral health assessment, diagnosis and treatment to patients in post-acute, long-term care and assisted living settingsConduct initial, routine and follow-up evaluations, including review of medical history, mental health history, symptoms, medications, diagnoses, psychosocial needs and current concernsAssess and manage a range of medical, psychiatric and behavioral health conditions within the scope of practiceEvaluate mood, cognition, behavior, thought processes, risk factors, functional status and changes in clinical presentationDevelop, implement and review individualized treatment plans in collaboration with patients, families, facility staff and interdisciplinary care teamsPrescribe, review and manage medications in accordance with applicable regulations, clinical guidelines and patient needsMonitor treatment response, therapeutic outcomes, adverse effects, drug interactions, polypharmacy and clinical riskManage changes in medical, psychiatric or behavioral status, acute clinical needs and urgent patient concerns, escalating care appropriately when requiredOrder, review and follow up on relevant laboratory tests, diagnostic investigations and other clinical informationCollaborate with nurse practitioners, nurses, psychologists, therapists, social workers, specialists, hospitals and community healthcare resourcesParticipate in care planning meetings, interdisciplinary reviews, family consultations and facility clinical meetings as requiredSupport appropriate transitions of care, hospital follow-up and coordination of healthcare services across the continuumProvide education and support to patients, families and facility staff regarding diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, symptom management, behavioral health and prevention of clinical deteriorationPromote evidence-informed practice, patient safety, trauma-informed care, infection prevention, risk management and quality improvementMaintain accurate, timely and clinically appropriate documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR)Communicate effectively with other physicians and members of the care team to support safe, coordinated patient careQualifications and Required SkillsDoctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical schoolCurrent, unrestricted Virginia medical license and eligibility to practice in VirginiaBoard certification or board eligibility in psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, family medicine, internal medicine or a related specialtyCurrent Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration and prescriptive authority, as requiredCompletion of an accredited residency program in the relevant medical specialtyExperience in post-acute, long-term care, assisted living, geriatric care, outpatient care, primary care, hospital or related clinical settings preferredExperience caring for older adults and patients with complex medical or behavioral health needs preferredStrong clinical assessment, diagnostic reasoning, risk assessment and treatment planning skillsKnowledge of chronic disease management, geriatric care, dementia-related behaviors, psychiatric conditions and care coordinationProficiency with Electronic Medical Record systems and timely, accurate documentation practicesExcellent communication, collaboration, organization and problem-solving abilitiesCompassionate, culturally sensitive, trauma-informed and person-centered approach to patient careAbility to work independently while collaborating effectively with physicians and multidisciplinary care teamsAvailability to provide reliable part-time Physician coverage based on patient and facility needsWhat Success Looks LikeTimely, thorough patient assessments and individualized treatment plans that promote safety, stability, comfort and wellbeingEffective management of patients' medical, psychiatric and behavioral health needs within the Physician scope of practiceThoughtful, evidence-informed medication management that supports positive clinical outcomesClear, accurate documentation and effective communication with patients, families, facility staff and care teamsAppropriate coordination of care, follow-up and escalation for changes in clinical statusPositive working relationships with facility staff, advanced practice providers and interdisciplinary cliniciansMeaningful contribution to quality improvement, regulatory readiness and continuous improvement in patient careReliable part-time Physician coverage that supports continuity and coordination of careEqual Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledWe provide equal opportunity for all applicants and will consider qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or disability. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that respects diversity and treats all candidates with dignity.