UTMB Inpatient Psychiatrist Direct Hire

Inpatient Psychiatrist - Direct Hire |

Richmond, TX & Rusk, TX Schedule:

Monday-Friday | 7:00 AM - 4:00

PM Employment Type:

Direct Hire /

Permanent Salary:

Starting at $290,000+ Overview A leading healthcare system is seeking Inpatient Psychiatrists to provide psychiatric care within a structured correctional healthcare environment. Physicians will provide inpatient psychiatric services to an underserved patient population while working in collaboration with an interdisciplinary healthcare team. These roles offer a predictable schedule, strong clinical support, and long-term financial stability , making them an excellent opportunity for psychiatrists seeking work-life balance and a meaningful impact on patient care. Locations Richmond, TX Correctional inpatient mental health facility Rusk, TX Correctional inpatient mental health facility (higher compensation potential due to rural location) Key Responsibilities Provide direct psychiatric care to assigned inpatient patients Conduct psychiatric, physical, and neurological evaluations Participate in civil commitment proceedings for patients being released from custody Provide clinical supervision to psychiatric mid-level providers as assigned Participate in due process hearings related to voluntary admission and psychoactive medication administration Participate in psychiatry quality improvement programs Provide emergency psychiatric call coverage as required Work collaboratively with clinical teams and utilization review personnel Maintain compliance with all departmental policies and reporting requirements Work Environment This role is located within a secure correctional healthcare facility .

Requirements include:

Security clearance Pre-employment drug screening Required Qualifications Active Texas Medical License Board Eligible or Board Certified in Psychiatry DEA Controlled Substances Registration Preferred Qualifications 2+ years of psychiatric clinical experience Experience working with electronic medical records Compensation & Benefits Competitive Compensation Starting salary $290,000+ Compensation increases based on experience and location Excellent Benefits Comprehensive medical benefits 401(k) with employer match State pension retirement plan Predictable Schedule Monday-Friday | 7 AM - 4 PM No productivity quotas or RVU pressure No private practice billing requirements Work-Life Balance Structured schedule compared to many hospital systems Opportunity to leave early once patient care responsibilities are completed