Inpatient Psychiatrist, Adult

Vail Health Behavioral Health; Edwards (CO); On-site; USD 218,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Housing available

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Vail Health Behavioral Health is seeking an Inpatient Psychiatrist for our 14-bed adult unit in Edwards, CO. The role supports a full-time schedule with day shifts, 7 days on/7 days off, and on-site care. A base plus incentive plan, sign-on bonus, relocation, and housing assistance are offered.

You will diagnose, treat, and manage care for adults requiring intensive psychiatric treatment. The position emphasizes collaborative care, integrated treatment planning, and active participation in

Qualifications

• Extensive experience providing and supervising psychiatric services.
• Knowledge of DSM V diagnoses and evidence-based practices.
• Strong verbal/written communication and organizational skills.
• HIPAA compliance and OSHA rules familiarity.
• Ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications and monitor treatment outcomes.
• Participate in on-call rotation for emergencies.
• Coordinate with UM/UR and insurance resources as needed.
• Provide staff training on medical and behavioral health topics.
• Collaborate across Vail Health system and external partners.

Skills

Psychiatric care

DSM diagnoses

Communication skills

HIPAA compliance

Team collaboration

Education

Medical degree (MD/DO)

Board certification in Psychiatry

Board certification in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

BLS certification

Job description

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Inpatient Psychiatrist, Adult

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Schedule

Schedule Full-time year-round Shift Days

Details

Company Behavioral Health Location Edwards, CO Category Behavioral Health Clinical Yes Close Date November 16, 2026

Pay

Annual $218,000.00 - $350,000.00 USD

Vail Health Behavioral Health is striving to be the model of integrated and exceptional behavioral health treatment, research, education, and innovation by sustainably implementing an accessible and effective Behavioral Healthcare model that delivers, supports, and promotes a full continuum of care across our Mountain Communities.

Sign on bonus, relocation support and housing available! This position has a base plus incentive plan for compensation.

7 days on, 7 days off staffing model.

About the opportunity:

As a dedicated and embedded team member of our inpatient facility, the psychiatrist will provide skilled and compassionate care across our 14-bed adult inpatient unit. This position plays a crucial role in providing comprehensive psychiatric care to adults who require intensive treatment and support. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and their families by delivering high-quality, evidence-based psychiatric care.

This position is responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating mental and physical aspects of psychological problems for patients within the unit. The psychiatrist will conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, develop treatment plans, prescribe medication, and evaluate treatment results on patients. The psychiatrist will also participate as a fully integrated and embedded treatment team member for all clinical consultation, treatment planning, team meetings, family meetings, and discharge planning/execution.

What you will do:

• Evaluates patients by interviewing patient, family, and other necessary collateral persons; conducting physical examinations; observing behaviors; reviewing medical history and related documents; selecting, administering, and interpreting medical and psychological tests; and ordering laboratory tests and evaluating results. Formulate accurate diagnoses based on clinical assessment and collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
• Position is responsible for developing and delivering comprehensive clinical programming, treatment planning, and/or curriculum development. Position will ensure all service delivery is evidence-based and aligned with all state, local, federal, and regulatory requirements. This includes treating patients by utilizing psychotherapeutic methods and medications; discussing progress toward goals with patients; providing instructions; monitoring effects of medications.
• Prescribe medication that can alter chemical imbalances affecting the patient’s state of mind and behavior.
• Engage in active on-call rotation to ensure timely consultation and intervention for urgent psychiatric issues. This includes responding to after-hours calls from nursing staff or other providers regarding patient emergencies or concerns, and may require in-person call coverage. Provide guidance and support to on-call staff and assist in decision-making for critical patient care situations.
• Support UM/UR, insurance authorization, and other patient financial resources as needed, such as through engagement of peer to peer, doc to doc, or compiling documentation support.
• Collaborate closely with psychologists, social workers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated and holistic care.
• As appropriate, consult with external providers, schools, and community agencies to coordinate aftercare plans and support transitions.
• Provides consultation and clinical training to staff members on various medical and behavioral health subjects to include medication management and psychiatric evaluations
• Serves as a collaborative resource and psychiatric expert across the Vail Health system supporting other service lines as appropriate.
• Serves as a liaison with other psychiatric staff and consultants and provides coverage for those persons
• This position will maintain a comprehensive caseload that is based on facility need and may vary based on patient census.
• The psychiatrist will be expected to be on site and actively engaged in direct patient care and collaborative care throughout their identified shift. Shift specifics TBD.
• Position maintains excellence in clinical documentation in alignment with local, internal, state, federal, and regulatory standards and compliance.
• Serves as a community leader providing outreach, education, engagement across the community as needed.
• Role models the principles of a Just Culture and Organizational Values.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Must be HIPAA compliant.

What you will need:

Experience:

• Extensive experience providing and supervising psychiatric services, prescribing psychotropic medication, performing psychiatric evaluations, and treating a wide variety of patient diagnoses/complaints
• Knowledge of DSM V diagnoses
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices
• Displays strong verbal/written communication and organizational skills
• Professionalism and ability to be discreet with confidential and sensitive issues
• Ability to perform multiple tasks
• Ability to foster professional and productive relationships
• Knowledge of medical terminology, HIPAA compliance and OSHA rules and regulations preferred

License:

• Valid state of Colorado Medical License as an MD or DO
• Current DEA with no restrictions on prescribing controlled substances
• Eligible for Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party reimbursement

Certifications:

• Board certification in psychiatry
• Board certification in child and adolescent psychiatry
• Basic Life Support (BLS), required.

Computer/Typing:

• Computer and typing proficiency

Education:

• Graduation from an accredited medical school

Physician Benefits at Vail Health Include:

• Competitive Wages & Family Benefits:
• Competitive wages
• Parental leave (4 weeks paid)
• Housing programs
• Medical
• Vision
• Educational Programs:
• Tuition Assistance
• Existing Student Loan Repayment
• Annual Continued Medical Education funds and days
• Medical Staff Dues
• Retirement & Supplemental Insurance:
• 403(b) Retirement plan with immediate matching
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• Recreation Benefits, Wellness & More:
• Up to $1,000 annual wellbeing reimbursement

Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per year.