Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician
Universal Health Services (UHS), Petersburg, VA, United States
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
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