Physician - MD/DO - Psychiatrist

Job Description $350k! Inpatient Psychiatric Practice!SSM Health is seeking a dedicated In-Patient Psychiatrist to join our growing Behavioral Health team in Centralia, IL. This is an excellent opportunity to build a thriving practice with strong system support, a predictable schedule, and an outstanding quality of life. J-1 visa candidates are welcome to apply. Position Highlights:

• Schedule: 7 on / 7 off.  7 am to 7PM

• Compensation: Competitive salary

• Central Intake (a RN or BH therapist) will evaluate the patients need for admission to BHU.

• Unit is 24 beds. 

• All Patient Medically Cleared

Qualifications:

• M.D. or D.O.

• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Psychiatry

• Active and unrestricted WI license (or eligible for WI license)

• Active and unrestricted DEA license

This is a  great opportunity to provide high-quality psychiatric care while maintaining a balanced schedule. Pay Transparency: SSM Health values the unique contributions each team member brings to our organization.  Compensation for this role is based on a variety of factors including relevant experience, medical specialty, labor market, and other qualifications.  The posted pay range for this position is what SSM Health reasonably expects, in good faith, to offer based on the circumstances at the time of posting.  This position may also be eligible for incentive pay.  SSM Health may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law. About SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital: Operating in partnership with the Felician Sisters, SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Centralia has a strong history of over 100 years of community engagement. Our 125-bed, inpatient hospital specializes in several types of care including: behavioral health conditions, cancer, maternity, occupational medicine, weight management services, wound care, and many more. We're the proud recipients of the Outstanding Patient Experience and Critical Care Excellence awards presented by Healthgrades for six consecutive years. We take pride in all of our accomplishments and it shows in how we take care of you and your family, day in and day out. Each and every day the compassionate employees and physicians at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital bring hope and healing to Centralia. For 2026, the Chartis Center for Rural Health has named SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital one of the Top 100 Rural and Community Hospitals.  Watch this video to learn more about living and working in Southern Illinois with SSM Health. Community Description: Southern Illinois is one of the hidden gems of the Midwest. With astonishing natural beauty, local and natural history, and communities with their own unique identities, there is so much to do and discover here. Experience ancient history at Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site, the nation's largest archaeological site, in Collinsville, IL or explore the historical hideout of notorious outlaws, such as Jesse James, at Cave-In-Rock, nestled in the Shawnee National Forest. Take in a day of the arts, dining or entertainment during one of Mt. Vernon's many festivals or a day of relaxation on the Southern Illinois Wine Trail. There are abundant hospitality and opportunities for those who call this unique region their home. SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer: SSM Health is committed to equal employment opportunity based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, and all other statuses protected by law. To view all of our current provider career opportunities, visit joinssmhealth.com. Create a Job Match for Similar Jobs

Thoughtful. Insightful. Purposeful. At SSM Health, the healing power of presence is at the heart of everything we do. Our clinicians experience a profound sense of purpose, fulfillment, and connectedness, rooted in a legacy of compassionate care that began over 150 years ago. Today, our Mission-driven teams—with over 13,900 providers—work together to deliver exceptional health care across Missouri, Oklahoma, Illinois, and Wisconsin. A career at SSM Health is an opportunity to further a caring legacy while advancing medicine with an esteemed organization that encourages collaboration, empowers innovation, supports growth, and seeks to elevate care for everyone we serve. Whether you’re seeking to heal, teach, learn, lead, connect, or discover, there’s a place within SSM Health for you to thrive. To learn more about our culture of care or to explore our full list of physician and advanced practice provider opportunities, visit JoinSSMHealth.com. Together – We Care.

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