Adult Psychiatrist |PRN weekend call coverage | Petersburg VA

Opportunity Details

We are seeking a PRN Adult Inpatient Psychiatrist to join a behavioral health hospital in Petersburg, Virginia. This independent contractor role offers flexible employment structure, and a fully staffed support team , allowing you to focus on delivering high-quality inpatient psychiatric care while leading a collaborative treatment team.

Quick Facts

• Employment Type: PRN (Independent Contractor)
• Schedule / Hours: weekend call coverage
• Call: weekend rounding and/or overnight call
• Patient Volume: Adult and Adolescent inpatient caseload (manageable, team-supported)
• Location: Petersburg, VA (Richmond metro area)
• Practice Setting: Inpatient Behavioral Health Hospital (Adult, Military or Adolescent Unit)
• Support / Care Team: Psychiatrists, APPs, nursing staff, therapists, case managers

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient psychiatric care to adult and adolescent patients with mental health and substance use disorders
• Conduct admission evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans
• Lead multidisciplinary treatment teams to ensure coordinated care
• Manage patient care, including medication management and progress evaluations
• Collaborate with physicians, APPs, and clinical support staff
• Document patient care, treatment plans, and clinical updates

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive per-contact contractor model

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
• Active or eligible Virginia medical license
• Minimum of 4 years of training/practice experience
• Inpatient psychiatry experience preferred
• Meets credentialing requirements for medical staff

Growth & Development

• Leadership opportunities within the inpatient program
• Collaborative environment with experienced behavioral health professionals
• Career advancement within a national healthcare system

About the Organization & Community

Poplar Springs Hospital has served the greater Richmond region for nearly 45 years, providing comprehensive psychiatric and addiction treatment services across diverse patient populations. Located on a peaceful 25-acre campus in Petersburg, the hospital offers a serene setting that supports both patient recovery and provider satisfaction .

As part of Universal Health Services (UHS), a leading national healthcare organization, physicians benefit from organizational stability, resources, and long-term career growth opportunities .

The Richmond metro area offers a dynamic blend of history, culture, outdoor recreation, and family-friendly living , making it an excellent place to call home.