A well-established academic healthcare organization is seeking a Board-Eligible/Board-Certified Perinatal Psychiatrist to join a growing psychiatry and behavioral health program. This position offers a balanced mix of clinical care, teaching, and academic involvement within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
Position Highlights
- Academic practice with opportunities for teaching and scholarly activity
- Combination of inpatient and outpatient responsibilities
- Provide psychiatric care for prenatal, perinatal, and postpartum patients
- Inpatient responsibilities include consults in:
- Emergency department
- Labor & delivery unit
- Behavioral health unit
- Outpatient care in both behavioral health and OB/GYN clinic settings
- Standard schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Phone-only call coverage with resident support taking first call
- Work alongside a multidisciplinary team, including OB/GYN and behavioral health specialists
- Opportunity to contribute to program growth and service development
About the Community
This opportunity is located in a mid-sized, university-centered city in eastern North Carolina, offering:
- Affordable cost of living and diverse housing options
- Access to outdoor recreation including waterways, trails, and coastal areas
- A growing arts, dining, and cultural scene
- Proximity to larger metropolitan areas and coastal destinations
Requirements
General Job Responsibilities
- Provide psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for perinatal and reproductive mental health conditions
- Manage patient care across inpatient consultative services and outpatient clinics
- Collaborate with OB/GYN providers, behavioral health teams, and other specialists
- Participate in teaching medical students, residents, and/or fellows
- Engage in clinical program development, quality improvement, and/or research initiatives
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory, ethical, and organizational standards
- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
- Completion of residency training in Psychiatry or Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Completion of fellowship training in Perinatal or Reproductive Psychiatry (preferred/required depending on role)
- Board Eligible or Board Certified in relevant specialty
- Eligible for or able to obtain state medical licensure
- Strong clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Interest in academic medicine, teaching, and multidisciplinary collaboration
- Ability to work effectively within a team-based care model
Benefits
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation package with potential administrative stipend
- Comprehensive benefits including:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plans (401k/457 options)
- Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)
- Malpractice coverage with tail
- Relocation assistance
- Disability and life insurance
- Eligibility for student loan repayment programs (where applicable)