What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychiatrist position at Fort Duncan Regional Medical Center?
We are seeking a full-time Board Eligible or Board-Certified Psychiatrist to join a hospital-based practice at Fort Duncan Regional Medical Center in Eagle Pass, Texas. This role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and career growth opportunities, allowing you to focus on delivering expert inpatient and outpatient psychiatric care while working alongside a collaborative behavioral health team with experienced support staff.
Quick Facts
• Employment Type: Full-time• Call: Shared call responsibilities
• Patient Volume: Diverse and growing patient population
• Location: Eagle Pass, TX
• Practice Setting: Hospital-based psychiatric service with modern inpatient units and outpatient clinics
• Support / Care Team: Experienced psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, therapists, nursing, and behavioral health support staff
• EMR / Technology: Cerner electronic medical record system
Responsibilities
• Provide comprehensive psychiatric care to inpatient and outpatient populations including diagnosis, treatment, and management of mental health disorders
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, APPs, nursing, therapists, and support staff to ensure high-quality patient outcomes
• Manage day-to-day clinical responsibilities efficiently in a hospital setting
• Document patient care thoroughly using Cerner EMR system
Compensation & Benefits
• Salary: Competitive base salary
• Sign-on / Relocation: Available
• Health, Dental, Vision & Retirement: Comprehensive insurance and savings plans
• PTO, CME & Schedule Flexibility: Paid time off, CME allowance, and flexible scheduling
• Wellness & Work-Life Balance Support: Programs promoting physician wellness and balance
Qualifications
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
• Active or eligible for Texas medical license
• Commitment to patient-centered psychiatric care
• Bilingual Spanish proficiency preferred
Growth & Development
• Leadership and career advancement opportunities within a growing behavioral health service line
• Access to mentorship, ongoing training, and educational resources
About the Organization & Community
Fort Duncan Regional Medical Center is part of Universal Health Services (UHS), a leading hospital management company dedicated to providing modern, high-quality psychiatric care. Our hospital serves Eagle Pass and surrounding communities with a focus on compassionate, evidence-based treatment in a supportive environment.
Eagle Pass, TX, is a vibrant South Texas border town of approximately 30,000 residents. The community boasts rapid growth, affordable living, rich cultural diversity, and year-round outdoor recreational opportunities. It is conveniently located within a two-hour drive to Laredo and 2.5 hours to San Antonio.
Apply today or contact Samantha Barnett, In-house Physician Recruiter, for a confidential conversation.
Samantha.Barnett@uhsinc.com
956.821.8418