Inpatient Psychiatrist - Correctional Mental Health

Inpatient Psychiatrist – Correctional Mental Health Locations: Cleveland, TX | Richmond, TX | Rusk, TX Schedule: Monday–Friday | Day Shift | 40 hours/week Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time Compensation: Up to $300,000 annually About the Role This position offers the opportunity to provide meaningful inpatient psychiatric care to underserved populations within a secure correctional setting. Physicians work in a structured, team-based environment focused on high-quality care, clinical autonomy, and long-term stability. This role is ideal for psychiatrists seeking a predictable schedule, strong institutional support, and the ability to focus on patient care without productivity pressures. There are currently three active opportunities available across Texas in Cleveland, Richmond, and Rusk . What You’ll Do Provide direct inpatient psychiatric care to assigned patients. Perform psychiatric, physical, and neurological evaluations. Manage psychotropic medications and treatment plans. Participate in involuntary treatment, civil commitment, and due-process proceedings when required. Supervise and collaborate with psychiatric mid-level providers. Provide shared, after-hours on-call coverage (handled entirely from home). Participate in quality improvement and utilization review activities. Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation. Work Environment Secure correctional or detention facility. Structured, safety-focused setting with established protocols. Security clearance and pre-employment drug screening required. Personal cell phones are not permitted on-site for institutional security. Required Qualifications MD or DO with a current Texas medical license. Board-eligible or board-certified in Psychiatry. Active DEA registration. Preferred Qualifications Two (2) or more years of psychiatric experience. Experience with electronic medical records and utilization processes. Why Physicians Choose This Role Pure Work-Life Balance: Weekday-only schedule — no weekends, no night shifts. Zero Billing Hassles: No productivity quotas, RVU pressures, or private-practice billing. Supportive Environment: Strong clinical and administrative support teams to handle paperwork. Predictable Call: Shared on-call rotation with convenient coverage from home. Financial Stability: Competitive up to $300K compensation and long-term financial security. Mission-Driven: Real opportunity to make a lasting impact in an underserved population.