General Psychiatrist | No mandatory call | Washington, DC
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Psychiatric Institute of Washington
Washington, DC, US
Summary
The psychiatrist will conduct initial evaluations and assessments for adult inpatients while leading the multidisciplinary treatment team. They are responsible for providing daily clinical care and maintaining comprehensive documentation within the electronic medical record system.
Job Description
Opportunity Details
We are seeking a full-time General Psychiatrist to join the Adult Inpatient Services at the Psychiatric Institute of Washington (PIW), a leading freestanding behavioral health hospital in downtown DC. This role offers flexible compensation with a highly competitive productivity bonus structure, enabling you to focus on delivering excellent clinical care within a supportive and collaborative team environment.
Quick Facts• Employment Type: Full-time (employed) with independent contractor option considered• Schedule / Hours: Inpatient clinical hours with no mandatory weekend on-call.• Call: Weekend call approximately one weekend per month• Patient Volume: Adult inpatient population with diverse psychiatric needs• Location: Washington, DC (easily accessible via Metrorail and public transportation)• Practice Setting: Freestanding psychiatric hospital with partial and intensive outpatient programs• Support / Care Team: Multidisciplinary clinical staff, physicians, and administration• EMR / Technology: Electronic Medical Records utilized for documentation
Responsibilities• Conduct initial evaluations and assessments of adult psychiatric inpatients• Lead the treatment team and provide daily patient care in the acute inpatient program• Collaborate closely with other psychiatrists, APPs, nursing staff, and support personnel• Provide comprehensive documentation of clinical care in the EMR system
Compensation & Benefits• Base salary plus highly competitive bonus structure
Salary: $300,000–$325,000 plus sign-on and relocation bonuses• Malpractice insurance coverage• Paid time off (PTO)• Matching 401(k) retirement plan• CME allowance and professional development support• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance packages• Relocation assistance if needed• Sign-on bonus available• Student loan repayment assistance• Employee stock purchase plan• Independent contractor arrangements considered upon request
Qualifications• MD/DO degree from an accredited medical program• Board Certified in Psychiatry• Active or eligible medical license to practice in Washington, DC• Minimum of 3-5 years clinical practice experience• Meets credentialing requirements set by the facility and UHS
Growth & Development• Opportunities for professional growth and personal development within a multidisciplinary team• Involvement in training, mentorship, and community education programs• Potential leadership and advancement roles within PIW and UHS networks
About the Organization & CommunityThe Psychiatric Institute of Washington, a subsidiary of Universal Health Services (UHS), is a private, freestanding psychiatric hospital offering comprehensive behavioral health services, including inpatient, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, chemical dependency, and trauma programs. Our mission is to help patients get better so they can live better lives. Located centrally in Washington, DC, we provide easy access via major transit routes and offer a collegial, culturally rich work environment.
Call to Action
For more information or to discuss this opportunity, please contact:
Will DeCuyperIn-House Physician RecruiterEmail: [email protected]: (470) 289-2408Cell: (404) 606-8644
Universal Health Services, Inc.UHS of Delaware, Inc.
The Psychiatric Institute of Washington is a 130-bed facility with inpatient, outpatient and partial hospitalization programs.
Excellence in behavioral health programs for children, adolescents and adults has been the mission of The Psychiatric Institute of Washington since it opened nearly 50 years ago.
As the first and only free standing psychiatric care facilities in Washington, DC, our team has a reputation for providing innovative treatment and care. We strive for excellence, never losing sight of providing patients with hope – hope that although their stay is relatively brief, they may find their way to a brighter future.
Our team is dedicated to you
Our multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, nurses and counselors are dedicated to helping you overcome the challenges affecting your life.
We’re here to help you.
Our goal is to provide a stabilizing, healing environment.
Psychiatric Institute of Washington offers voluntary and involuntary admissions.
Our Clinical Assessment Center offers 24-hour a day consultations and evaluations. Call 800.369.2273 or 202.885.5610
To make a referral, learn about our mental health services in DC, or to find out more about admission criteria, call 202.885.5610 or toll-free 800.369.2273 and ask to speak with an assessment staff member.
Founded
1967
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Mental Health Care
Org type
Privately Held
The Psychiatric Institute of Washington is a 130-bed facility with inpatient, outpatient and partial hospitalization programs.
Excellence in behavioral health programs for children, adolescents and adults has been the mission of The Psychiatric Institute of Washington since it opened nearly 50 years ago.
As the first and only free standing psychiatric care facilities in Washington, DC, our team has a reputation for providing innovative treatment and care. We strive for excellence, never losing sight of providing patients with hope – hope that although their stay is relatively brief, they may find their way to a brighter future.
Our team is dedicated to you
Our multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, nurses and counselors are dedicated to helping you overcome the challenges affecting your life.
We’re here to help you.
Our goal is to provide a stabilizing, healing environment.
Psychiatric Institute of Washington offers voluntary and involuntary admissions.
Our Clinical Assessment Center offers 24-hour a day consultations and evaluations. Call 800.369.2273 or 202.885.5610
To make a referral, learn about our mental health services in DC, or to find out more about admission criteria, call 202.885.5610 or toll-free 800.369.2273 and ask to speak with an assessment staff member.
Founded
1967
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Mental Health Care
Org type
Privately Held
