Emergency Psychiatrist — High‑Impact ED, Autonomy & Academic Ties

Istss; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced Compensation

Professional Growth Opportunities

Collaboration with Academic Institution

Job summary

Istss is inviting applications for the role of Emergency Psychiatrist based in Roanoke, Virginia. This position offers a unique blend of clinical autonomy and collaboration within a physician-led health system that promotes innovation and learning, particularly in association with the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine.

The role includes conducting psychiatric evaluations in the emergency department and provides an enhanced compensation model that acknowledges the unique demands of emergency psychiatry. Join a community that balances a lower cost of living with the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Qualifications

• Experience in emergency psychiatry or crisis intervention settings is essential.
• Licensure as a psychiatrist and board eligibility/certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and risk assessments in the emergency department.
• Provide crisis intervention and stabilization.
• Collaborate with emergency medicine on treatment planning.
• Coordinate admissions, discharges, and referrals.
• Educate and support patients and families.

Skills

Experience in emergency psychiatry

Crisis intervention

Psychiatric evaluations

Education

MD or DO from an accredited institution

Board certification or eligibility in Psychiatry

Job description

Istss is inviting applications for the role of Emergency Psychiatrist based in Roanoke, Virginia. This position offers a unique blend of clinical autonomy and collaboration within a physician-led health system that promotes innovation and learning, particularly in association with the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine.

The role includes conducting psychiatric evaluations in the emergency department and provides an enhanced compensation model that acknowledges the unique demands of emergency psychiatry. Join a community that balances a lower cost of living with the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains.