What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inpatient Psychiatrist for a Mental Health Center in Richmond, Virginia position at PsyPhyCare?
Part-Time/ Full-Time Psychiatrist | Richmond, Virginia
Annual Salary: $300K
Location: Richmond, VA
About the Organization
Join a fast-growing, mission-driven mental health organization serving Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia. This team specializes in delivering both traditional and cutting-edge psychiatric and psychotherapy treatments across the Mid-Atlantic, supporting patients at every stage of life — from children to seniors.
They offer a full spectrum of behavioral health services, including psychiatric care, psychotherapy, and advanced neuropsychological testing for conditions like ADHD, brain injuries, trauma, stress, and memory disorders. Guided by the principles All as One, Be the Change, Courage to Care, they are committed to helping individuals reclaim balance and thrive.
The Opportunity
We’re looking for a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Psychiatrist to join their dynamic team in Richmond, VA. This is a part-time/full-time inpatient role working alongside APPs and therapists at multiple psychiatric hospital locations, with the potential to expand into outpatient work in the future.
You’ll manage an average caseload of 10 patients per day, focusing on diagnostic evaluations, medication management, and collaborative care.
Key Responsibilities
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Report directly to the Chief Medical Officer
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Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments and develop tailored treatment plans
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Collaborate with families, psychologists, and healthcare teams
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Prescribe and monitor medications
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Track patient progress and adjust care plans as needed
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Provide compassionate support to patients and their loved ones
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Remain on-call as needed, supported by APPs
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Stay current with emerging treatments and best practices in mental healthcare
Qualifications
✔ MD or DO, completion of Psychiatry Residency
✔ Board Certification or Eligibility (ABMS)
✔ Strong diagnostic and therapeutic skills
✔ Effective communicator, able to simplify complex medical information
✔ Calm, empathetic, and patient-focused bedside manner
✔ Optional: Fellowship in Addiction Psychiatry or Child/Adolescent Psychiatry
Additional Requirements
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Minimal travel (up to 50%) between Richmond-area sites
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Successful completion of background check prior to employment
Why Join
✨ $300K salary with bonus potential
✨ Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
✨ Free life insurance
✨ 401(k) match
✨ Generous paid time off (including holidays and floating days)
✨ Professional growth and advancement opportunities
About PsyPhyCare
PsyPhyCare, a division of Business Staffing of America, Inc., specializes in placing top-tier Physicians, Psychiatrists, and Psychologists nationwide. We stand apart by focusing on caring placements — matching passionate practitioners with roles where they can make a meaningful difference.
Providing Professional and Passionate Practitioners Who Impact Their World.