Physician Academic/Faculty/Research - Competitive Salary

Job DescriptionJoin 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.\n\nAmong 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.\n\nPractice Highlights\n\n Primary assignment: Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center (Woodbridge, VA) \n Schedule: 7 on/ 7 off (7a-7p)\n Daily co-management of ED behavioral health patients\n Inpatient consults on behavioral, medical, and surgical units\n Virtual consult support to Sentara Rockingham Memorial Center, and Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital\n No inpatient psych admissions (handled by dedicated inpatient psychiatrists)\n Strong interdisciplinary support: APPs, therapists, navigators, case managers\n\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n Psychiatric consultation for complex medical and co-occurring conditions\n Diagnostic evaluation and treatment planning\n Medication management and crisis intervention\n Collaborative, team-based care across hospital services\n Supervision of APPs and students as needed\n\n\nBenefit Highlights:\n\n Nationally competitive compensation package\n Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability and more\n 403b/401a Retirement Packages with Matching Contribution\n Malpractice and Tail coverage\n Paid Licensure Renewals\n $5500 Annual CME Allowance\n Physician time off\n Fully Integrated EHR (Epic)\n 501c3, non-profit (PSLF Eligible)\n\n\nWhy Northern, VA\nNorthern Virginia offers the perfect blend of career opportunity, convenience, and quality of life. Home to top-rated schools, diverse communities, and easy access to Washington, D.C., the region provides endless dining, entertainment, cultural attractions, and outdoor recreation. Residents enjoy a strong economy, excellent transportation options, and the ability to choose from vibrant urban living, charming suburbs, or scenic countryside, all within a short drive.