Psychiatry - Addiction Physician

A new freestanding behavioral health hospital in beautiful St. Augustine, FL is seeking an experienced BC/BE Medical Director / Inpatient Psychiatrist to help launch and lead our inpatient psychiatric program ahead of our anticipated late summer opening. We are seeking a physician who can begin prior to the hospital opening date to assist with startup operations, program development, clinical planning, and establishing the foundation of a growing behavioral health service line. Position Highlights: Founding physician leadership role with the opportunity to shape a new psychiatric hospital from the ground up Ability to influence clinical culture, workflows, staffing models, and program development before opening Freestanding inpatient psychiatric hospital serving all age groups Projected census growth: Up to 34 patients in Year 1 Census growth into the 60s in Year 2 Long-term expansion planned to 144 total beds Long-term development plans include PHP and IOP services Collaborative environment with advanced practice providers/midlevels Leadership opportunity within a rapidly expanding behavioral health organization Group offers: Flexible scheduling that works with your lifestyle Excellent salary with potential for productivity bonus Company-sponsored health, life, and disability Paid malpractice insurance A competitive base salary A comprehensive benefits package Relocation assistance and signing incentive possible You will receive full administrative, billing, insurance verification, and on-call support, plus usage of company-owned Ritz Carlton time-share, and 70' yacht. Malpractice insurance and a full array of benefits. Lifestyle & Location: Living in St. Augustine offers a rare blend of coastal lifestyle, historic charm, and modern convenience. Known as the nation s oldest city, St. Augustine combines beautiful beaches, vibrant dining and arts scenes, excellent golf, and year-round outdoor living with a relaxed, upscale atmosphere. Residents enjoy a lower-key coastal environment while still being within easy reach of larger metro areas, including just under an hour to Jacksonville and approximately two hours from both Orlando and Tampa . With strong population growth, excellent schools, boating and fishing access, and no state income tax, St. Augustine has become one of Florida s most desirable places to live for professionals and families alike. APPLY NOW or TEXT Job and email address to . Search all of our provider opportunities here: brittmedical DOT com