Psychiatrist - Inpatient

Job Description

Description

The Ideal Candidate

• BC/BE Psychiatry physician (MD/DO) from an ACGME accredited program
• Interest in joining a collaborative inpatient Behavioral Health team providing psychiatric services on our 20-bed inpatient unit as well as consults for patients in other inpatient units; ED consults are rare
• Active Washington State license or ability to obtain a Washington State license

The Practice

• Collegial team of 4 FTE physicians, 2 Relief (per diem) physicians, 1 Psychologist, 1 NP who have a passion for serving these patients

• Average case load is 7-8 patients per day in the unit; maximum of 10

• Epic EHR

Bellingham, WA is the perfect blend of endless outdoor recreation, urban living, strong schools, great shopping & cuisine, and so much more! These amenities are surrounded by incredible scenery, from the sea to the mountains and the rainforest, making this community an amazing place to live. Head to Mount Baker for a day in the snow. Tour the San Juan Islands by sea kayak or sailboat. Trek the North Cascades on foot. Stay in town to explore the shops and cafes of historic Fairhaven and Downtown and then catch a show at Mount Baker Theater – you can do it all in Bellingham!

PeaceHealth has been serving the communities of northwest Washington since 1890 with PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center, now a 253-bed, two-campus hospital providing a Level II Trauma Center and a full range of inpatient and outpatient services. PeaceHealth's Whatcom Region also includes the comprehensive heart care services of the Cardiovascular Center at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center as well as the primary and specialty care provided by PeaceHealth Medical Group.

PeaceHealth offers outstanding Benefits!

• Guaranteed first-year income: $274,124.00
• Employment Bonus
• Relocation stipend based on miles between locations
• Education Loan Reimbursement program (if applicable and eligible)
• CME: up to $3,300 per calendar year for CME and/or professional dues/fees (based on 1.0 FTE; prorated for lower FTE)
• Comprehensive Benefit package including Medical /Dental / Vision / Disability / Life / Wellness

Contact: Sharon Thompson, Provider Recruiter / [email protected]

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