Experienced Psychiatrist Leadership Position| | Augusta, GA

BC Psychiatrist Needed For Leadership Position And NP Supervision

Lighthouse Care Center of Augusta provides comprehensive care for both adolescent and adult populations with psychological issues, as well as substance abuse challenges. They offer Inpatient, Residential Treatment, Partial Day Program, and Intensive Outpatient services.

Role: 1099 psychiatrist, Leadership position — Supplement your current income

Patient Population: Adolescent and Adult populations

Schedule: Flexible, approximately 20 hours or less of administrative duties monthly with the ability to work extra hours to earn additional compensation treating patients

Weekend/weekday Coverage: Negotiable

Employment Type: 1099 position

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct admission evaluations, develop treatment plans, and provide ongoing treatment follow-up for child and adolescent patients.
• Participate in daily treatment team meetings.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care.
• Complete required patient documentation and notes in accordance with facility guidelines.
• Administrative Duties, Leadership Meeting Attendance, Supervision of NPs

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive rates for 1099.

Qualifications:

• Education: M.D./D.O. with Board Certification in General Psychiatry, BC in Child/Adolescent Psychiatry a plus.
• Training: Successful completion of an accredited Psychiatry residency and Child/Adolescent fellowship program a plus.
• Licensure: Georgia medical license and DEA in good standing or eligibility to obtain it.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years experience post training. Willing and experienced treating ages 12 and older.
• Leadership: Experience and comfort in participating in leadership meetings and administrative duties up to 20 hours per month. Supervision of NPs is required.

About the community and UHS:

Augusta, GA, offers a unique blend of Southern hospitality, delightful climate, and affordable living, located near the South Carolina border along the picturesque Savannah River. The region is known for its vibrant outdoor life, cultural richness, exceptional cuisine, and shopping experiences, with easy access to both Savannah and Atlanta. As Georgia's second-largest metro area, Augusta is renowned for hosting the prestigious Masters Golf Tournament.

Psychiatrists who join UHS benefit from the strength of a Fortune 500 healthcare organization with a nationwide network of acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, and outpatient programs. This scale provides unmatched stability, consistent patient volume, and the reassurance of working with a trusted industry leader.