General Psychiatrist | No mandatory call | Washington, DC

The Psychiatric Institute; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 300,000 - 325,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice insurance

Paid time off

Matching 401(k) retirement plan

CME allowance

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonus

Student loan repayment assistance

Employee stock purchase plan

Independent contractor option

Job summary

The Psychiatric Institute of Washington (PIW), a unit of Universal Health Services, seeks a full-time General Psychiatrist for the adult inpatient service in Washington, DC. You will deliver high-quality clinical care within a collaborative team and benefit from a competitive salary with a strong productivity bonus.

Responsibilities include initial inpatient evaluations, leading the treatment team, coordinating with staff, and comprehensive EMR documentation.

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree from an accredited medical program.
• Board Certified in Psychiatry.
• Active or eligible medical license to practice in Washington, DC.
• Minimum of 3-5 years clinical practice experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial evaluations and assessments of adult psychiatric inpatients.
• Lead the treatment team and provide daily patient care in the acute inpatient program.
• Collaborate closely with other psychiatrists, APPs, nursing staff, and support personnel.
• Provide comprehensive documentation of clinical care in the EMR system.

Education

MD/DO degree

Board Certified in Psychiatry

Active DC medical license or eligible

Job description

We are seeking a full-time General Psychiatrist to join the Adult Inpatient Services at the Psychiatric Institute of Washington (PIW), a leading freestanding behavioral health hospital in downtown DC. This role offers flexible compensation with a highly competitive productivity bonus structure, enabling you to focus on delivering excellent clinical care within a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Quick Facts

• Employment Type: Full-time (employed) with independent contractor option considered
• Schedule / Hours: Inpatient clinical hours with no mandatory weekend on-call.
• Call: Weekend call approximately one weekend per month
• Patient Volume: Adult inpatient population with diverse psychiatric needs
• Location: Washington, DC (easily accessible via Metrorail and public transportation)
• Practice Setting: Freestanding psychiatric hospital with partial and intensive outpatient programs
• Support / Care Team: Multidisciplinary clinical staff, physicians, and administration
• EMR / Technology: Electronic Medical Records utilized for documentation

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial evaluations and assessments of adult psychiatric inpatients
• Lead the treatment team and provide daily patient care in the acute inpatient program
• Collaborate closely with other psychiatrists, APPs, nursing staff, and support personnel
• Provide comprehensive documentation of clinical care in the EMR system

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary plus highly competitive bonus structure

Salary: $300,000–$325,000 plus sign-on and relocation bonuses

• Malpractice insurance coverage
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Matching 401(k) retirement plan
• CME allowance and professional development support
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance packages
• Relocation assistance if needed
• Sign-on bonus available
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Independent contractor arrangements considered upon request

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree from an accredited medical program
• Board Certified in Psychiatry
• Active or eligible medical license to practice in Washington, DC
• Minimum of 3-5 years clinical practice experience
• Meets credentialing requirements set by the facility and UHS

Growth & Development

• Opportunities for professional growth and personal development within a multidisciplinary team
• Involvement in training, mentorship, and community education programs
• Potential leadership and advancement roles within PIW and UHS networks

About the Organization & Community

The Psychiatric Institute of Washington, a subsidiary of Universal Health Services (UHS), is a private, freestanding psychiatric hospital offering comprehensive behavioral health services, including inpatient, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, chemical dependency, and trauma programs. Our mission is to help patients get better so they can live better lives. Located centrally in Washington, DC, we provide easy access via major transit routes and offer a collegial, culturally rich work environment.