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Adult Psychiatrist |PRN weekend call coverage | Petersburg VA

Universal Health Services
United States, Virginia, Petersburg
Aug 27, 2026

We are seeking a PRN Adult Inpatient Psychiatrist to join a behavioral health hospital in Petersburg, Virginia. This independent contractor role offersflexible employment structure, and a fully staffed support team, allowing you to focus on delivering high-quality inpatient psychiatric care while leading a collaborative treatment team.

Quick Facts

  • Employment Type: PRN (Independent Contractor)
    * Schedule / Hours: weekend call coverage
    * Call: weekend rounding and/or overnight call
    * Patient Volume: Adult and Adolescent inpatient caseload (manageable, team-supported)
    * Location: Petersburg, VA (Richmond metro area)
    * Practice Setting: Inpatient Behavioral Health Hospital (Adult, Military or Adolescent Unit)
    * Support / Care Team: Psychiatrists, APPs, nursing staff, therapists, case managers

Responsibilities

  • Provide inpatient psychiatric care to adult and adolescent patients with mental health and substance use disorders
    * Conduct admission evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans
    * Lead multidisciplinary treatment teams to ensure coordinated care
    * Manage patient care, including medication management and progress evaluations
    * Collaborate with physicians, APPs, and clinical support staff
    * Document patient care, treatment plans, and clinical updates

Compensation & Benefits

* Competitive per-contact contractor model

Qualifications

  • MD or DO from an accredited medical school
    * Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
    * Active or eligible Virginia medical license
    * Minimum of 4 years of training/practice experience
    * Inpatient psychiatry experience preferred
    * Meets credentialing requirements for medical staff

Growth & Development

  • Leadership opportunities within the inpatient program
    * Collaborative environment with experienced behavioral health professionals
    * Career advancement within a national healthcare system

About the Organization & Community

Poplar Springs Hospital has served the greater Richmond region for nearly 45 years, providing comprehensive psychiatric and addiction treatment services across diverse patient populations. Located on a peaceful 25-acre campus in Petersburg, the hospital offers a serene setting that supports both patient recovery and provider satisfaction.

As part of Universal Health Services (UHS), a leading national healthcare organization, physicians benefit from organizational stability, resources, and long-term career growth opportunities.

The Richmond metro area offers a dynamic blend of history, culture, outdoor recreation, and family-friendly living, making it an excellent place to call home.

Apply today or contact Will DeCuyper, In-house Physician Recruiter
will.decuyper@uhsinc.com
(404) 606-9644

Reach out for a confidential conversation and explore how you can make a meaningful impact at Poplar Springs Hospital.

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