Psychiatry - Physician

Psychiatry - Physician at Virginia Mason Medical Center - Seattle - CommonSpirit Health summary:

The position is for a BE/BC Hospital Consultation-Liaison Psychiatrist at Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle, providing psychiatric care to hospitalized patients with complex medical and behavioral health needs. The role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and contributes to education of clinical staff and trainees. The position operates weekdays with no overnight or weekend duties, supported by telepsychiatry services for after-hours coverage.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle, Washington is recruiting a BE/BC Psychiatrist to join our team in the role of Hospital Consultation-Liaison Psychiatrist.

This is a hospital-based position that works cooperatively with the medical, surgical, emergency and social work services to address the complex medical and behavioral health needs of patients receiving care at Virginia Mason Medical Center. This includes providing care for people experiencing delirium, and mood, psychotic, anxiety, substance use, and somatic symptom disorders, among others. The Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry service also works closely with patients in the hospital under the Involuntary Treatment Act with Single Bed Certification. The Consultation-Liaison psychiatrists have an important role in the education of clinical teams about behavioral health care, including multiple residency programs. The collaborative nature of this position, and partnership with physician and advanced practitioners, medical and surgical trainees, nurses, social work and other health professionals in a team-based environment is particularly rewarding.

Schedule/Call

• The consult psychiatry team works weekdays taking consults from 8-5.
• There are currently no overnight or weekend responsibilities for team members as this is currently covered by an outside tele psychiatry service.

Living in the Pacific Northwest

Located in the Pacific NW, Seattle is an area with a mild climate year round and close to the great outdoors where we enjoy an abundance of activities with our close proximity to the waters of Puget Sound and surrounding mountains. City life and cultural activities are also thriving. With a variety of neighborhoods and areas to work and live, there are many choices for the type of lifestyle you’d like to enjoy.

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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Job Requirements

• BE/BC Psychiatrist, Fellowship training and BC/BE in Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry is preferred
• Ability to obtain a medical professional license in the State of WA
• Ability to obtain a DEA with full prescriptive authority needed for specific practice

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Pay Range
$143.72 - $154.52 /hour

Keywords:

Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry, BE/BC Psychiatrist, Hospital Psychiatry, Behavioral Health, Delirium Care, Mental Health Treatment, Psychotic Disorders, Substance Use Disorders, Medical Center, Psychiatric Consultation