Hospital-Based Psychiatrist: Acute Care & Crisis Intervention

WakeMed Health & Hospitals; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 210,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

WakeMed Health & Hospitals in Raleigh, NC seeks a compassionate Board-eligible or Board-certified Psychiatrist to provide inpatient and ED psychiatric care for medically complex patients. You will perform psychiatric evaluations, guide medical teams, and manage crisis interventions across hospital units.

The role emphasizes patient autonomy, dignity, and holistic healing within a fast-paced, team-based environment.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• Completion of an accredited Psychiatry residency.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Psychiatry.
• Licensed to practice medicine in North Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely psychiatric evaluations for medical/surgical/neurological patients.
• Offer recommendations for medical and psychiatric management to care teams.
• Conduct crisis interventions and risk assessments.
• Determine appropriate level of care and coordinate inpatient/outpatient resources.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

MD or DO degree

Job description

WakeMed Health & Hospitals in Raleigh, NC seeks a compassionate Board-eligible or Board-certified Psychiatrist to provide inpatient and ED psychiatric care for medically complex patients. You will perform psychiatric evaluations, guide medical teams, and manage crisis interventions across hospital units.

The role emphasizes patient autonomy, dignity, and holistic healing within a fast-paced, team-based environment.