Centra Lynchburg General Hospital has an opportunity available for a board-certified/board-eligible Psychiatrist to join a well-established Behavioral Health team as a Medical Director of Psychiatric Emergency Services in beautiful Lynchburg, Virginia. You will be part of a large, state-of-the-art facility that is part of Centra's ACO - a Population Health Services Organization that develops partnerships within the community. This role is split between administrative and clinical duties where you will lead the Behavioral Emergency Response Team (BERT) as well as promote interdisciplinary team collaboration. Additionally, the hospital is receiving a new emPATH unit is slated for completion in 2023 within the Emergency Department. This is a great opportunity to elevate your career while working with a highly dedicated and mission-driven Behavioral Health team located in the welcoming community of Lynchburg, Virginia.
- Compensation is between $350,000 and $405,000 per year
- Up to $100,000 in student loan repayment
- Sign on bonus as well as $10,000 relocation assistance
- Generous benefits package including, medical, dental, vision and malpractice, life and disability insurance and 403(b)
- Professional growth opportunity
- Monday to Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Must be board-certified/board-eligible
- Demonstrated leadership experience preferred
Where You’ll Work
Centra Lynchburg General Hospital is a 358-bed, award-winning emergency and critical care center specializing in Cardiology, Emergency Medicine, Orthopedics, Oncology, Neurology and Neurosurgery. It is home to a national benchmark facility for cardiac care, a Level II Trauma Center, the region’s only Certified National Primary Stroke Center, and a National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers. The hospital is also QOPI® Certified and has achieved Magnet Status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
Where You’ll Live
Lynchburg is a historic mid-sized city of 80,000 located on the eastern side of Virginia. This nature rich community sits in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and offers residents four distinct seasons (including stunning autumn colors) and access to incredible outdoor destinations such as the Appalachian Trail and the James River. It has an excellent school system and a low cost of living – providing an ideal environment to raise a family.
Who You’ll Work For
Centra Health is a regional nonprofit healthcare system that serves over 500,000 people throughout central and southern Virginia. The organization has more than 8,100 employees, including 500 providers, across 50 locations. Through its award-winning facilities and extensive network, Centra Health has become a dominant provider of critical medical care – providing comprehensive and world-class services that improve the quality of life throughout the communities it serves.
Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran
Job ID Number: 19332