Psychiatry - Addiction Physician
Chattanooga, TN, 37401, USA
- Healthcare
- Part-time
- addiction psychiatrist
- inpatient psychiatric care
- psychotropic medication
This position is for a locum addiction psychiatrist providing care in an inpatient psychiatric facility with flexible weekday hours and weekend rounding. The role includes psychiatric evaluations, managing a caseload of approximately 30 patients, and administering psychotropic medications. Board certification or eligibility and advanced life support certifications are required, with patients aged 12 and older cared for in a collaborative clinical environment.
Join our compassionate team as a locum psychiatrist, offering flexible weekday hours and comprehensive care.
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday, 8 am - 5 pm (flexible hours)
- On-call duties from 5 pm - 8 am as part of the call pool
- Weekend on-site rounding required
Practice Setting:
- Inpatient psychiatric facility
- A collaborative work environment with other inpatient providers
- Supported by nursing and mental health clinicians
Responsibilities:
- Perform initial psychiatric evaluations, follow-ups, and discharges
- Manage a case load of approximately 30 patients, including both new admits and follow-ups
- Administer psychotropic medications
Requirements:
- Board Certified or Board Eligible
- BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications required
- Experience accepted in lieu of fellowship
- No suboxone certification needed
Additional Information:
- Patients aged 12 and older
- Immediate start; no waiting for license
Location Highlights:
- Situated in the vibrant city of Chattanooga, TN, known for its scenic beauty and cultural attractions
This position offers the chance to provide vital mental health services in a supportive setting with flexible scheduling.




