Behavioral Health Physician - Consult Liaison

City/State Virginia Beach, VA Work Shift First (Days) Provider Specialty Behavioral Health Overview Join Sentara Health’s interdisciplinary Consultation‑Liaison Psychiatry team, providing expert psychiatric care to medically complex and emergent patients across Sentara’s facilities. You’ll work closely with ED, medical, and surgical teams, supported by licensed therapists, behavioral health navigators, and a systemwide psychiatric response network. Among 36 specialties in Sentara, our Behavioral Health teams stand out—ranking #1 system‑wide in DEI, foundational support, organization, resilience, and work‑life balance, and consistently placing in the top 6 across all key engagement and performance categories. Join a team recognized for excellence in patient care, teamwork, leadership, and a culture that truly supports its people. Practice Highlights Primary assignment at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital Schedule: 7 on/7 off (7a‑7p) Daily co‑management of ED behavioral health patients Inpatient consults on behavioral, medical, and surgical units Virtual consult support to lower‑volume facilities No inpatient psych admissions (handled by dedicated inpatient psychiatrists) Strong interdisciplinary support: APPs, therapists, navigators, case managers Key Responsibilities Psychiatric consultation for complex medical and co‑occurring conditions Diagnostic evaluation and treatment planning Medication management and crisis intervention Collaborative, team‑based care across hospital services Supervision of APPs and students as needed Benefit Highlights Nationally competitive compensation package Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability and more 403b/401a Retirement Packages with Matching Contribution Malpractice and Tail coverage Paid Licensure Renewals $5500 Annual CME Allowance Physician time off Fully Integrated EHR (Epic) 501c3, non‑profit (PSLF Eligible) Why Virginia Beach, VA? Living in Virginia Beach means waking up to miles of sandy beaches, a lively boardwalk, and a relaxed coastal atmosphere that feels like a year‑round getaway. Residents savor fresh seafood, support a thriving local business scene, and embrace outdoor adventures—from kayaking along the Chesapeake Bay to exploring the trails at First Landing State Park. The city offers diverse career opportunities alongside welcoming neighborhoods and highly rated schools, making it ideal for families and professionals alike. With mild seasons and sweeping waterfront views, Virginia Beach strikes the perfect balance between laid‑back living and everyday opportunity. Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000‑member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves. In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco‑free environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Company