Psychiatrist Opening! Virginia State Job ( ) Staunton, VA
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Western State Hospital is hiring a mid-level Psychiatrist Opening! Virginia State Job ( ) Staunton, VA. This is a full-time role in Staunton. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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NOW HIRING! Psychiatrist at Western State Hospital
Location in Staunton, Virginia
- Sign on bonus of up to $15,000 for employees new to state service*
Perks to location:
Located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley surrounded by mountains and four-season weather.
Close to Shenandoah National Park and Skyline Drive with hiking, scenic overlooks, and wildlife viewing.
Downtown features multiple historic districts, unique shops, and locally owned restaurants.
Crime rates are lower than state and national averages
40 minute drive to Charlottesville
Western State Hospital is currently seeking applicants for a full-time, permanent state position for a General Psychiatrist. Duties include providing psychiatric care of patients admitted to the unit (diagnostic assessment, psychopharmacological management, and indicated psychotherapies) and serving as Head Of Treatment Team (HOTT) to provide overall leadership to a multidisciplinary team. The team collaborates to plan and implement psychiatric, medical, and behavioral treatment plans for patients. Primary diagnoses include schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression and personality disorders. Treatment interventions/groups provided to patient off unit in Psycho-social Rehab “treatment mall.”
In-house CME Program
40 –hrs work week
Infrequent night/weekend/holiday call
Salary negotiable based on experience and board certification
Western State Hospital may be just the place to practice your profession and make an important contribution to the health care field. We are serving Virginians since 1826. We are a 302 bed State-of-the-art Facility state of art facility opened in 2013. We are a Joint Commission and CMS accredited hospital located in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley within 30 minutes of major university towns.
The Psychiatrist provides direct psychiatric care for patients on assigned unit(s), serving as the Head of the Treatment Team and providing leadership to a multidisciplinary staff. This role includes psychiatric assessment, psychopharmacologic management, psychotherapy, and patient/family education, while ensuring high standards of care, compliance with regulatory requirements, and active participation in hospital-wide initiatives. This position also involves additional on call (dual role) duties for the hospital that may be at nights and on weekends (individual will be compensated based on the approved on call rates).
We Offer:
- Competitive Salary (Salary commensurate with experience)- 32hrs of family personal time- 64hrs of sick time- Annual leave- 12 paid holidays- Relocation and moving reimbursement up to $5k- Medical, Dental & Vision- Malpractice Insurance Coverage- Virginia Retirement System
Minimum Qualifications:- Medical degree and completion of an ACGME-approved residency training in Psychiatry prior to the start of employment.- Must possess an unrestricted license to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Virginia or obtain one prior to the start of employment.- Current DEA controlled Substance registration/licensed or obtain one prior to the start of employment.- Extensive psychiatric knowledge with strong clinical skills in assessment and treatment for acute forensic, civilly committed inpatient units, or extended care psychosocial rehabilitation services.- Proven ability to lead and supervise a multidisciplinary treatment team.- Experience in teaching and clinical supervision of medical trainees.- Strong administrative skills to collaborate effectively with hospital units, Central Office, and external agencies.- Familiarity with Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) documentation requirements.Ready to Apply?Contact: Danielle.Marbley@dbhds.virginia.gov www.dbhds.virginia.gov
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Psychiatrist Opening! Virginia State Job ( ) Staunton, VA position at Western State Hospital?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Western State Hospital. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Psychiatrist Opening! Virginia State Job ( ) Staunton, VA position at Western State Hospital located?
This position is based in Staunton. Western State Hospital has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Psychiatrist Opening! Virginia State Job ( ) Staunton, VA at Western State Hospital earn?
Western State Hospital has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Psychiatrist Opening! Virginia State Job ( ) Staunton, VA role at Western State Hospital posted?
This role was posted on April 14, 2026 (67 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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