Addiction Psychiatrist/Psychiatrist

Mercy Care; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 210,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

PTO accrual

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Vendor discounts

Job summary

Mercy Care Atlanta is seeking an experienced Addiction Psychiatrist to provide trauma-informed outpatient psychiatric care and medication management for underserved populations. This physician will play a key role in delivering integrated behavioral health services and supporting patients with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.

The role includes managing MAT therapies, collaborating with primary care and behavioral health clinicians, and offering clinical leadership in

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry.
• Unrestricted Georgia medical license or eligibility to obtain.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Psychiatry Residency Program.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management for adults.
• Deliver trauma-informed care for individuals with mental illness and substance use disorders.
• Manage Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) including buprenorphine and naltrexone therapies.
• Collaborate with primary care providers and behavioral health teams in an integrated setting.
• Provide mentorship and clinical guidance to psychiatric and primary care nurse practitioners.

Skills

Board-certified

Trauma-informed care

Collaborative care

Education

MD/DO

Psychiatry Residency

US medical license

Job description

Position Purpose

Mercy Care Atlanta is seeking a compassionate and experienced

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Position Purpose

Mercy Care Atlanta is seeking a compassionate and experienced Addiction Psychiatrist to provide trauma-informed outpatient psychiatric care and medication management for underserved and vulnerable populations. This physician will play a key role in delivering integrated behavioral health services, supporting patients with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, and advancing Mercy Care's mission of providing exceptional care to all, regardless of income or circumstance.

What You Will Do

• Provide outpatient psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management for adult patients.
• Deliver trauma-informed care to individuals experiencing mental illness and substance use disorders.
• Manage Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including buprenorphine and naltrexone therapies.
• Collaborate closely with primary care providers, behavioral health clinicians, and interdisciplinary care teams in an integrated care setting.
• Provide consultation, mentorship, and clinical guidance to psychiatric and primary care nurse practitioners.
• Support outpatient behavioral health and substance use treatment programs through clinical leadership and administrative oversight as needed.
• Participate in community outreach activities, health fairs, and special events throughout the year.

Minimum Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
• Unrestricted Georgia medical license or eligibility to obtain.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Psychiatry Residency Program.
• Minimum one year of experience serving disadvantaged or special-needs populations.
• Certification in Addiction Psychiatry, Addiction Medicine, or demonstrated expertise with MAT strongly preferred.
• Experience treating co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders in a multidisciplinary setting.

Position Highlights And Benefits

• Day-1 Benefits (PTO accrual, retirement plan and match, health insurance and more!)
• Opportunity to get paid daily – through DailyPay
• Paid holidays and generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Discounts with major vendors; AT&T, Verizon, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Quicken Loans, AND MORE!
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance plans. Enjoy lower-cost medical services when you visit facilities within the Trinity Health network.
• Fast response interview times and job offers.

Ministry/Facility Information

Mercy Care Atlanta, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and comprised of 300 plus colleagues, is a healthcare organization that provides a range of health services to underserved and vulnerable populations in the Atlanta, Georgia area. We are dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to individuals across all demographics. Rooted in the Mercy Philosophy, we prioritize respect, integrity, compassion, and excellence in all aspects of care delivery

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.