VCU Community Memorial Hospita - Attending Physician - M89473

Virginia Commonwealth University; South Hill (VA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Virginia is seeking an Attending Physician to provide patient care in community mental health settings. Applicants must possess an MD or DO degree and complete psychiatry residency training, as well as a current Virginia medical license. Responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations, prescribing medications, and supervising medical students. This role emphasizes teamwork and adherence to regulatory standards. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
• Completion of psychiatry residency training.
• Current medical license in Virginia or ability to obtain.
• Current medical license in Virginia or ability to obtain.
• Experience in community mental health or public psychiatry preferred.
• Commitment to a respectful, professional environment for diverse faculty, staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in community mental health settings.
• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and treatment planning.
• Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary treatment teams.
• Supervise residents and medical students in clinical rotations.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical documentation.
• Maintain current knowledge of psychiatric best practices and evidence-based treatments.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and institutional policies.

Skills

Direct patient care

Psychiatric evaluations

Collaboration

Supervision

Communication

Education

MD or DO degree

Completion of psychiatry residency training

Board certification in Psychiatry

Job description

VCU Community Memorial Hospital - Attending Physician - M89473

Apply for the VCU Community Memorial Hospital - Attending Physician - M89473 role at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in community mental health settings
• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, and treatment planning
• Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary treatment teams
• Supervise residents and medical students in clinical rotations
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical documentation
• Maintain current knowledge of psychiatric best practices and evidence-based treatments
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and institutional policies

Required Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution
• Completion of psychiatry residency training
• Board certification or eligibility in Psychiatry
• Current medical license in Virginia or ability to obtain
• Experience in community mental health or public psychiatry preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as an employee at VCU

Preferred Qualifications

• Fellowship training in relevant subspecialty
• Previous academic medical center experience
• Research experience and publications
• Teaching and supervision experience
• Bilingual capabilitiesExperience with electronic health record systems
• Leadership experience in clinical or administrative roles

Contact Information

Contact Name: Sharlene Shannon

Contact Email: [e-mail]