A full-time Clinical Psychiatrist opportunity is available at Doctors Hospital of Augusta — a nationally recognized, 350-bed acute care facility in Augusta, Georgia and home to the largest burn center in the United States. This hybrid in-person and telehealth role sits within an expanding behavioral health program serving patients navigating trauma, serious illness, and complex medical diagnoses. The position carries no on-call requirements, a Monday–Friday schedule, and a total compensation package reaching $490,000 or more annually — making it one of the stronger psychiatry offers in the Southeast.
Perks and Benefits
- Total compensation up to $490,000+ annually, combining base salary, signing bonus, retention bonus, productivity incentives, supervision stipends, and equity grant
- $30,000 sign-on bonus
- Retention bonus in addition to sign-on
- Productivity incentive for collections exceeding baseline threshold
- Optional supervision stipend for overseeing up to two psychiatric nurse practitioners
- Annual equity grant beginning in year two, with a long-term path to practice ownership
- Three weeks of paid vacation
- $2,500 annual CME allowance
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Malpractice insurance fully covered at 1M/3M limits
- Scheduling, billing, and credentialing handled by a dedicated administrative team
Practice Highlights
- Monday through Friday schedule with no on-call requirements — fully protected personal time
- Hybrid model: combination of on-site clinical care at Doctors Hospital of Augusta and telehealth visits
- Clinical scope includes psychiatric evaluations, ongoing medication management, inpatient consults, and outpatient continuity care
- Patient population centers on medically complex cases — trauma survivors, patients with chronic illness, and those coping with serious or life-changing diagnoses
- Collaborative care model with psychologists, therapists, and interdisciplinary medical teams
- Optional supervisory role for up to two psychiatric nurse practitioners
- 350+ bed acute care facility with nationally recognized programs in trauma, surgical care, oncology, and critical care
- Home to the largest burn center in the United States — a unique referral base driving high psychiatric acuity and medically complex consult volume
- Role embedded within an actively expanding behavioral health program
Qualifications
- MD or DO degree required
- Board certification or board eligibility in Psychiatry (ABPN)
- Active Georgia medical license or demonstrated ability to obtain one
- Experience with medically complex or hospitalized patients preferred
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; genuine interest in collaborative, team-based care
- Interest in supervisory or leadership responsibilities is a plus, though optional
About the Community
Augusta, Georgia offers a compelling combination of Southern livability, low cost of living, and a vibrant cultural scene anchored by the internationally renowned Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. The city sits along the Savannah River on the Georgia–South Carolina border, providing easy access to outdoor recreation, historic neighborhoods, and a growing restaurant and arts community. Families benefit from strong public and private school options, and Atlanta is roughly two hours west for those who want periodic access to a major metropolitan hub.