Consult/Liaison Inpatient Psychiatrist - BBH Winter Haven Hospital Center for Psychiatry

Psychiatrist Position at BayCare Medical Group

BayCare Medical Group is actively seeking a dedicated Psychiatrist to serve in a Consult/Liaison role at Winter Haven Hospital, Florida. This opportunity offers an exceptional work/life balance at our Winter Haven Hospital, a comprehensive 468-bed facility, including a dedicated women's hospital, providing a wide range of healthcare services.

The Consult/Liaison Inpatient Psychiatrist provides inpatient psychiatric services to individuals experiencing mental health, substance abuse and co-occurring disorders in assigned areas. The Psychiatrist will manage approximately 15 consults per day, contributing significantly to patient care in a dynamic hospital environment.

BayCare Medical Group provides a comprehensive range of healthcare services across Hernando, Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, and Polk counties. Our commitment to quality care extends to mental health and addiction services, where we cater to the diverse needs of children, adults, and families. BayCare is proud to be an approved NHSC/HRSA facility with an HPSA Score of 17, making it an ideal workplace for those seeking Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

Polk County is almost directly in the middle of the state, located about 45 minutes in either direction from Tampa and Orlando and just 90 minutes from some of the country's most beautiful beaches. Residents enjoy a lower cost of living and the area continues to experience steady growth, but you do not have to travel far for the most popular vacation destinations and restaurants in the world. There is a lot to do and see including LEGOLAND Florida Resort, Bok Tower Gardens, and Fantasy of Flight. Polk County has year-round recreation weather to enjoy over fifty-five lakes many of them canal-connected making it the "Chain of Lakes City" and allowing countless hours of water-themed fun. There are miles of nature trails, cycling paths, parks, and acres of golf courses to keep you active and engaged.

In Polk County, you'll find a growing business sector, a thriving economy, and an average median age of 40. The area is also an affordable place to live with a low cost of living index and no state income tax. Additionally, the area offers many local colleges and universities for educational development.

Qualifications

Responsibilities:

• Conducts psychiatry evaluations and medication management to targeted populations.
• Completes all required paperwork as required by FSS - Baker Act statutes and all other applicable regulatory bodies. Participates in Baker act proceedings as necessary.
• Provides clinical consultation to medical services and other treatment team members.
• Performs on call duties as applicable to assigned site to include admission orders and emergency issues.
• One week of call coverage is required. May take additional call for additional pay.

Position requirements:

Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Psychiatry, experience preferred.

Company Overview

Benefits:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Retirement Plan plus employer match
• Incentive Bonus
• Sign-On Bonus and Relocation Assistance
• Paid Time Off
• CME Allowance
• Malpractice Insurance
• Insurance Coverage including Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance and Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Extras including College Savings Plans, Child Care, Auto & Pet Insurance, Wellness Centers, Product & Service Discounts and more

Join BayCare Medical Group and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that not only supports your professional growth but also enhances your overall well-being and quality of life. We value our team members and are committed to providing a rewarding and fulfilling work environment.

BayCare Behavioral Health (BBH) celebrates 50 years of providing comprehensive services for mental health and addiction issues in the Tampa Bay area. BBH is part of BayCare, which continues to be a top destination to work, receive, and provide care a commitment that's reflected in our recent recognitions. Nationally, we were honored as a 2025 Top Workplace in the USA by USA Today and Energage. Locally, Tampa Bay Times and Energage named BayCare a Top Workplace for the 11th consecutive year. This year, we're especially proud to be recognized as the top health care system in the country and the highest-ranked Florida-based company at No. 17, and recognized for the fifth time by the prestigious PEOPLE Companies That Care list, as well as an eight-time recipient of the FORTUNE Best Workplaces in Health Care award.

BayCare Health System is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization, comprising a network of 16 hospitals and a wide range of services, including imaging, laboratory, behavioral health, home health care, and urgent care. Our mission is to connect patients with a full spectrum of preventive, diagnostic, and treatment services to meet their health care needs throughout their lifetime.