Psychiatrist

Harbor Point Behavioral Health Center offers intensive residential treatment services within a secure setting.  Our programs are designed to meet the needs of youth ages 7- 17 who are experiencing emotional, psychiatric and educational difficulties.  In addition to our general psychiatric programs, we also offer specialty programs for youth with more serious challenges.  Harbor Point and its programs are fully accredited by The Joint Commission and the Virginia Association of Independent Specialized Educational Facilities. We are licensed by The Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services and the Virginia Department of Education. We are a TRICARE®-approved and certified facility.

Harbor Point Behavioral Health Center is seeking a Recreation Therapist to join our team. The position does require therapist to work hours in the evening and on weekends.

Website: https://harborpointbhc.com

The Psychiatrist is responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with mental health, emotional, behavioral, and substance use disorders. The Psychiatrist provides psychiatric assessments, medication management, crisis intervention, treatment planning, and clinical leadership within the behavioral health facility.  This position collaborates with an interdisciplinary treatment team to ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care while promoting recovery, safety, and positive clinical outcomes.

Essential Functions:

1. Psychiatric Evaluation and Treatment 

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and mental status examinations. 

• Diagnose mental health and substance use disorders in accordance with current diagnostic criteria. 

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans. 

• Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychotropic medications. 

• Provide ongoing psychiatric care and medication management. 

• Monitor treatment effectiveness and patient progress. 

2. Patient Care 

• Assess and manage patients experiencing acute psychiatric crises. 

• Participate in admission, treatment, transfer, and discharge processes. 

• Evaluate patients for suicide risk, self-harm behaviors, aggression, and other safety concerns. 

• Coordinate treatment recommendations with patients, families, and treatment teams. 

• Provide psychiatric consultation as needed.

3. Leadership and Collaboration 

• Serve as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team. 

• Collaborate with therapists, nurses, social workers, psychologists, and other healthcare professionals. 

• Participate in treatment planning meetings and case reviews. 

• Provide clinical guidance and consultation to staff regarding psychiatric care. 

• Support evidence-based clinical practices and quality initiatives. 

4. Documentation and Compliance 

• Complete psychiatric evaluations, progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries in a timely manner. 

• Maintain accurate and legally compliant medical records. 

• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and accreditation standards. 

• Participate in audits, peer reviews, and quality improvement activities. 

5. Risk Management and Safety 

• Manage psychiatric emergencies and behavioral crises. 

• Participate in restraint, seclusion, and emergency medication reviews as required. 

• Ensure patient rights and confidentiality are maintained. 

• Assist with incident reviews and risk management activities. 

6. Medical Staff Responsibilities 

• Participate in medical staff meetings and committees. 

• Maintain clinical privileges and professional credentials. 

• Complete required continuing medical education (CME) activities. 

• Support facility accreditation and licensing requirements. 

Full-Time Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment  

• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off  

• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans  

• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan  

• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program  

• Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University 

• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!  

• Pet Insurance 

• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com  

About Universal Health Services 

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues  during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.  

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com. 

Education:           

• M.D. Degree

Licensure/Certification:

• Board Eligible or Board Certified Psychiatrist.  
• CPR certification and Handle with Care.  
• Current Physician License from the State of Virginia. 

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