Physician - Psychiatry - BH (INPT)

MultiCare Health System•Seattle, WA

6d•$291,667 - $313,200•Onsite

About The Position

The inpatient psychiatrist evaluates, diagnoses, and directs treatment for adult patients with acute psychiatric disorders admitted to an inpatient level of care. The role provides in-person care at Navos West Seattle Campus, a freestanding 70-bed psychiatric hospital, during business hours. The average daily caseload is 13 patients, with approximately three to four new admissions per week. Patients are 18 years or older and may have serious mental illness, including schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. The position offers a flexible Monday–Friday schedule, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. After completing in-person patient care, the provider may complete documentation remotely, but must remain available by phone and have access to EPIC until 5:00 p.m. Optional call coverage is available, including weekends, phone coverage from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m., and weekday coverage for providers on paid time off; additional compensation is offered for this coverage. The psychiatrist works with an interdisciplinary team that includes social workers, nurses, primary care providers, a pharmacy, and a Court Evaluator. Navos is part of MultiCare’s Behavioral Health Network and provides behavioral health services, including inpatient psychiatric care, residential treatment, and community-based programs. The position offers competitive compensation, a sign-on and relocation bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Completion of an ACGME-accredited psychiatry residency program resulting in board-eligible status.
Board eligibility or board certification in psychiatry.
Active Washington State Physician and Surgeon license without sanctions or restrictions.
Current CME hours to maintain licensure.
Capability to register with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
Active Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Nice To Haves

Strong interest in serving patients with serious mental illness, including schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment and work with diverse patient populations.
Compassionate and adaptable approach, with an interest in contributing to a friendly, patient-focused culture.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients age 18 or older with acute psychiatric disorders requiring inpatient hospitalization.
Conduct suicide and violence risk assessments.
Formulate and implement comprehensive, evidence-based treatment plans.
Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications.
Order laboratory tests when indicated.
Manage acute behavioral emergencies using behavioral and pharmacologic interventions.
Lead treatment team meetings and coordinate the interdisciplinary team, including primary care providers, social workers, registered nurses, and other team members.
Consult with primary care providers and other clinicians to facilitate evaluation and treatment of medical conditions.
Collaborate with social workers and Court Evaluators to assess readiness for discharge and develop discharge plans.
Document care in the electronic medical record.
Remain available by phone and access EPIC until 5:00 p.m. to address patient care issues.
Optionally provide call coverage, including weekend coverage, overnight phone call, and weekday coverage for other providers on paid time off.