Psychiatrist

Meritas Advisory Group, LLC; La Grande (OR); On-site; USD 350,000 - 385,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance provided

PTO

401k match

Paid malpractice

CME allowance and dues

Job summary

Meritas Advisory Group, LLC in La Grande, OR is seeking a Psychiatrist to join a rural Critical Access Hospital and Level IV Trauma Center. Relocation assistance provided; four 10-hour days; day shift.

You will conduct psychiatric evaluations, oversee pharmacologic treatment, and collaborate with Primary Care and Behavioral Health teams to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care. This hospital-employed role offers competitive compensation and full benefits.

Qualifications

• Medical Degree (MD) from an accredited school.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Residency in Psychiatry.
• Active, unrestricted State Medical License.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Psychiatry.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and follow-up care for a diverse rural patient population.
• Oversee pharmacological treatments and monitor patient progress to ensure therapeutic efficacy and safety.
• Partner with Primary Care providers and Behavioral Health specialists to provide a "whole-patient" approach to health.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients with acute and chronic mental health conditions (e.g., depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance use disorders).
• Serve as a subject matter expert for the behavioral health team, contributing to workforce training and the development of clinical protocols.
• Utilize Epic EMR for timely and accurate clinical charting.
• Provide consultation within the Level IV Trauma Center environment when psychiatric expertise is required for acute patient stabilization.
• Participate in community-based initiatives to reduce the stigma of mental health and improve access to care in the region.

Education

Medical Degree (MD)

Job description

Psychiatrist
**Relocation Assistance Provided**

Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time | Four 10-Hour Days | Day Shift

Location: La Grande, OR (Rural Eastern Oregon)

Compensation: $350K - $385K+ per year

We are seeking an innovative and energetic Psychiatristwho enjoys professional autonomy and working with a supportive, caring group of healthcare professionals! You’ll join a growing Critical Access Hospital and Level IV Trauma Center in beautiful rural Eastern Oregon. You will play a key role in growing our behavioral health and primary care services.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and follow-up care for a diverse rural patient population
• Oversee pharmacological treatments and monitor patient progress to ensure therapeutic efficacy and safety
• Partner with Primary Care providers and Behavioral Health specialists to provide a \"whole-patient\" approach to health
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients with acute and chronic mental health conditions (e.g., depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance use disorders)
• Serve as a subject matter expert for the behavioral health team, contributing to workforce training and the development of clinical protocols
• Utilize Epic EMR for timely and accurate clinical charting
• Provide consultation within the Level IV Trauma Center environment when psychiatric expertise is required for acute patient stabilization
• Participate in community-based initiatives to reduce the stigma of mental health and improve access to care in the region

Qualifications

• Medical Degree (MD) from an accredited school
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Residency in Psychiatry
• Active, unrestricted State Medical License
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Psychiatry
• Strong skills and a commitment to providing high-quality care in a community-oriented environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive total compensation opportunity up to $385k+ comprised of
• Quality incentives up to $45,500
• Commencement bonus of $30k
• $8,000 annual CME, licensing, dues, subscription + paid CME time
• Student loan assistance
• Hospital employed
• Full benefits including a 401k match & paid malpractice
• PTO