General/Adult Psychiatry Job In Christiansburg, Virginia
Inpatient Psychiatrist
Psychiatrist - Inpatient
Carilion New River Valley Medical Center, Christiansburg, Virginia
Carilion Clinic and the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine are seeking a full time Inpatient Psychiatrist at Carilion New River Valley Medical Center. Will oversee clinical leadership of a multidisciplinary treatment team providing quality psychiatric care to an acute, adult inpatient population. The typical case load is 10-12 patients daily with an average length of stay of 5-7 days.
The position includes an academic appointment at the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assessment/evaluation/treatment of psychiatric illnesses
- Psychiatric medication evaluation and management
- Ordering diagnostic tests, medications, and other therapies and collaboration with consultants
- Timely completion of medical record documentation in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, regulatory standards and guidelines
- Coordination and continuation of the care for patients in adherence to state and federal guidelines and discharge planning
- Serving as an on-call physician when scheduled as needed
- Working with and supervising advanced practice providers
- Working with learners, medical students, PA students, residents
Requirements:
· Degree from an accredited medical school
· ABPN board certification or eligibility
· Successful completion of accredited residency in Psychiatry
· Skilled in interpersonal communication, including the ability to effectively communicate with patients and families.
· Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Carilion Clinic is the largest not-for-profit integrated health system in western Virginia, the Shenandoah Valley, and surrounding regions, serving 1 million people. Carilion Clinic includes seven hospitals, 240+ practice locations, and 29 GME programs with 800+ physicians in over 78+ specialties. Carilion is a physician-led, collaborative, interdisciplinary Integrated Healthcare Delivery System with a common philosophy of patients first.
Carilion New River Valley Medical Center is a regional healthcare facility offering modern diagnostic, medical and surgical services in a customer friendly atmosphere. The hospital has a Level III Trauma Emergency Department that is home to Lifeguard11, Carilion Clinic’s Emergency Air Medical Transport which primarily serves the New River Valley and areas west. There are approximately 200 physicians on the medical staff representing a broad spectrum of both medical and surgical specialties.
The New River Valley region is a wonderful place to live and has consistently been rated among the “best places to live” in the nation. The region features exceptional schools, low cost of living, inexpensive real estate, and abundant outdoor activities in an exceptional setting. Located just 35 minutes from Roanoke, the region comprises the localities of Blacksburg (home to Virginia Tech), Radford (home to Radford University), Christiansburg and surrounding communities, altogether a population of 185,000. Physicians enjoy the benefits of life in a safe family friendly community just minutes away from the Blue Ridge Parkway, Appalachian Trail, New River, and Claytor Lake.
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Designated as a Metropolitan Statistical Area and strategically located along Virginia''s Technology Corridor, Montgomery County and the New River Valley are home to the towns of Blacksburg and Christiansburg, and the City of Radford. With a cost of living at 94% of the national average, each area offers city amenities with world class dining, diverse shopping and cultural activities blended with small town charm in a beautiful setting. You will find unique aquatic activities at Claytor Lake State Park or on the U.S.''s oldest river, the New River. For hiking enthusiasts, there are endless adventures on the Appalachian Trail along the Blue Ridge Parkway. The area also offers superior educational opportunities through its 45 public schools and 11 public libraries. And, the New River Valley is home to Radford University, New River Community College and Virginia Tech, which is Virginia's largest university and one of the nation''s leading research centers.
As the area's leading healthcare provider, Carilion New River Valley Medical Center's unique hospital facility and dedicated healthcare professionals provide excellent quality patient care and comfort. Our physicians, hospital staff and volunteers create a highly personalized and supportive environment, and deliver care using advanced diagnostic, medical and surgical procedures. More area residents choose us for their healthcare needs than any other medical facility in our area. CNRV offers a wide array of comprehensive services. From our Emergency Level III Trauma unit to our home-like mother/baby care suite, we are a full-service, regional medical facility, serving the New River Valley and beyond. We host the highest number of sub-specialty physicians and surgeons serving the New River Valley. We also have access, through Carilion Clinic to an even higher array of services, if needed. Many of these technologies, such as Cyberknife surgery or Robotic Heart Surgery, which are not available anywhere else in Virginia. Our excellent healthcare team and support staff of nearly 1000 people provide exceptional care and customer service that is second to none. Carilion New River Valley Medical Center is located off Interstate 81 near Radford (Exit 109), which puts us conveniently in the heart of the New River Valley serving our community every day.