Inpatient Adult/Older Adult Psychiatrist Position | Full-time W2 | Atlanta, GA (Dunwoody)

BE/BC General Psychiatrist

Peachford Hospital is a 246-bed, Joint Commissionaccredited behavioral health hospital located in Dunwoody (Atlanta), Georgia, that has been serving the region since 1973. It provides 24/7 psychiatric and addiction services across a full continuum of care, including inpatient treatment, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. The facility specializes in treating mental health disorders, substance use, and co-occurring conditions through evidence-based therapies, medication management, and multidisciplinary care, and offers round-the-clock assessments and admissions support.

Position Overview:

Role: BE/BC General Psychiatrist

Patient Population: Inpatient Adult and Older Adult

Schedule: Full-time onsite Monday-Friday, 1:4 weekend rounding and 1-2 weeknights of telephonic call monthly

Employment type: Full-time employed W2

EMR: Cerner

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.

Requirements:

• BE/BC in General Psychiatry required. BC preferred.
• Successful completion of General Psychiatry Residency
• Active or eligible for GA medical license
• Onsite only
• Comfort with seeing ages adult and older adult populations

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive base salary with Productivity Bonus potential
• Comprehensive benefits package including malpractice insurance, paid time off, CME package
• Relocation assistance and/or sign-on bonuses

This opportunity offers the chance to practice in one of the most desirable areas of metro Atlanta. Dunwoody combines excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and a strong community atmosphere with easy access to Atlanta's major medical centers, airport, and cultural amenities. The region continues to experience significant demand for behavioral health services, allowing psychiatrists to make a meaningful impact while enjoying an outstanding quality of life.

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.