Physician Psychiatry - Competitive Salary

Job Description Geriatric Psychiatry Opening – Lake Charles, LouisianaLocation: Lake Charles, LAType: Full-Time, PermanentSpecialty: Geriatric PsychiatrySetting: Inpatient and OutpatientSeeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Geriatric Psychiatrist to join a high-performing behavioral health program in Lake Charles, Louisiana. This opportunity offers a balanced clinical practice across inpatient, outpatient, and intensive outpatient settings with strong referral support and system resources.Position Highlights;Practice includes inpatient and outpatient geriatric psychiatry care31-bed behavioral health unit (currently 21 staffed beds)Rounding responsibilities across five nursing homesOutpatient volume of approximately 7–10 patients per half-day sessionIntensive Outpatient Program (IOP) participation up to 20 hours per weekMonday–Friday scheduleRotating weekday and weekend call coverageStrong referral base from 50 employed primary care providers and aligned community physiciansEstablished, stable behavioral health programEPIC electronic medical record systemQualifications:Board Certified or Board Eligible in Geriatric PsychiatryEligible for Louisiana medical licensureCommitment to multidisciplinary, patient-centered behavioral healthcareStrong collaboration and communication skillsCompensation & Benefits:Earning potential up to the 90th percentile of MGMAWork RVU production incentivesCompetitive PTO plan with 8 paid holidays plus CME daysComprehensive medical and retirement benefitsEducational loan assistance (if applicable)Student loan forgiveness for physicians coming out of trainingPaid professional liability insuranceRelocation assistanceSign-on bonus