Psychiatry Physician
Universal Health Services
We are seeking a full-time Adult Inpatient Psychiatrist to join a behavioral health hospital in Petersburg, Virginia. This role offers strong compensation, flexible employment structure, and a fully staffed support team , allowing you to focus on delivering high-quality inpatient psychiatric care while leading a collaborative treatment team.
Quick Facts
- Employment Type: Full-Time (Employed or Independent Contractor option)
• Schedule / Hours: Full-time inpatient schedule
• Call: Shared call (weeknights by phone; weekend rounding)
• Patient Volume: Adult and Adolescent inpatient caseload (manageable, team-supported)
• Location: Petersburg, VA (Richmond metro area)
• Practice Setting: Inpatient Behavioral Health Hospital (Adult, Military or Adolescent Unit)
• Support / Care Team: Psychiatrists, APPs, nursing staff, therapists, case managers
Responsibilities
- Provide inpatient psychiatric care to adult and adolescent patients with mental health and substance use disorders
• Conduct admission evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans
• Lead multidisciplinary treatment teams to ensure coordinated care
• Manage daily patient care, including medication management and progress evaluations
• Participate in on-call coverage and weekend rounding as scheduled
• Collaborate with physicians, APPs, and clinical support staff
• Document patient care, treatment plans, and clinical updates
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: Competitive base salary + bonus structure (or per-contact contractor model)
• Sign-on / Relocation: Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available
• Health, Dental, Vision & Retirement: Comprehensive benefits + 401(k) with match + stock purchase plan
• PTO, CME & Schedule Flexibility: Generous PTO and CME allowance
• Wellness & Work-Life Balance Support: Malpractice coverage, disability insurance, and supportive scheduling
Qualifications
- MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
• Active or eligible Virginia medical license
• Minimum of 4 years of training/practice experience
• Inpatient psychiatry experience preferred
• Meets credentialing requirements for medical staff
Growth & Development
- Leadership opportunities within the inpatient program
• Collaborative environment with experienced behavioral health professionals
• Career advancement within a national healthcare system
About the Organization & Community
Poplar Springs Hospital has served the greater Richmond region for nearly 45 years, providing comprehensive psychiatric and addiction treatment services across diverse patient populations. Located on a peaceful 25-acre campus in Petersburg, the hospital offers a serene setting that supports both patient recovery and provider satisfaction .
As part of Universal Health Services (UHS), a leading national healthcare organization, physicians benefit from organizational stability, resources, and long-term career growth opportunities .
The Richmond metro area offers a dynamic blend of history, culture, outdoor recreation, and family-friendly living , making it an excellent place to call home.
Apply today or contact Will DeCuyper, In-house Physician Recruiter
If you have interest in this position, please contact:
Will DeCuyper
Supervisor of BH Physician Recruitment
Vacancy posted 11 hours ago
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