Inpatient Adult Psychiatrist - Kirkland, Washington

Job Title: Inpatient Adult Psychiatrist

Location: Kirkland, WA

Fairfax Behavioral Health has been a cornerstone of mental health care in the Greater Seattle/Puget Sound areas since 1930. Our mission is to provide top-quality patient care through comprehensive mental health and co-occurring addiction treatment services for adolescents and adults.

• Kirkland Campus: 157-bed standalone psychiatric hospital offering a full continuum of care.
  
• Everett Campus: 30-bed adult psychiatric facility in Everett at Providence Medical Center’s Pacific Campus.
  
• Monroe Campus: 34-bed facility located at Evergreen Health in Monroe.
  
• Bellevue Outpatient
  

Fairfax Behavioral Health offers a complete continuum of acute inpatient, PHP, IOP, Patriot Support Program for Active Duty, Veterans, and First Responders, and Women’s-focused programs.

With over 94 years of service, we are dedicated to compassionate, patient-centered care. We prioritize patient recovery, offering a supportive environment and a comprehensive plan for long-term sobriety and improved mental health.

Details

• Manageable and Sustainable Caseload: Adult inpatient and/or addiction caseload consisting of 16 total encounters per day.
• Schedule: Generally, Monday-Friday, days only. 
• Weekends/Call: One weekend per month in-person weekend rounding + One evening per week of evening call (phone only).
• Primary Duties: Initial psychiatric evaluations, assessments, treatment team leadership, and patient discharges.
  

Benefits and Compensation

• Job type: Full-time employed W-2 position.
• Salary range: $320,000-$350,000.
• Unit or Service Line Directorship: Available for those interested (includes additional stipend).
• Bonus structure: Additional earnings potential through productivity bonus plan and additional call & weekend shifts.
• Benefits: Robust benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, company-matched 401K, ST/LT disability, etc.
• Malpractice insurance covered.
• PTO: 26 days Paid Time Off annually.
• CME package
• Other compensation: Negotiable Relocation Assistance/Sign-On Bonus.

Requirements

1. Education: MD/DO degree from an accredited program.
   
2. Certifications: BC/BE in General Psychiatry (required).
   
3. Licensure: Current Washington physician/medical license in good standing, or the ability to obtain required license.
   
4. Credentialing: Meet all credentialing criteria required by participating physicians.
   

Kirkland, WA, offers a vibrant lifestyle with its picturesque waterfront, bustling downtown, and numerous parks and recreational opportunities. Residents enjoy a strong sense of community, excellent schools, and a thriving local economy.

The city is known for its high quality of life, featuring diverse dining options, cultural attractions, and easy access to outdoor activities like hiking and boating. With its proximity to Seattle and the stunning natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest, Kirkland provides an ideal blend of urban convenience and serene living.

Fairfax Behavioral Health is owned and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services (UHS), one of the nation's leading hospital management companies.

Apply now directly or reach out to the In-House Recruiter listed below to learn more!

Daniel Wilson
Physician & APP Recruiter, Behavioral Health Division
Universal Health Services, Inc. | UHS of Delaware, Inc.