Psychiatry in Knoxville, TN

Peninsula, a division of Parkwest Medical Center, and Covenant Health are looking for an outpatient psychiatrist who will do evaluations and medication management in a full service hospital outpatient psychiatric clinic. Will work with therapists, case managers and navigators to assure the on-going needs of patients are met. In some cases, may do psychiatric consults via tele medicine to support other medical practices and facilities.

Join a Behavioral Center that includes: Adult Inpatient Services, Adolescent Inpatient Services, Children's Inpatient Services, Outpatient Services, Recovery Education Center, Substance Abuse, and Support Groups

• All outpatient practice
• 5 days per week
• There are opportunities to do some optional weekend coverage or night call services in the inpatient portion of the Hospital for additional compensation.
• Hospital Employment
• Competitive Compensation package
• Leadership opportunities

Setting the standard for effective, innovative, and caring mental health services in East Tennessee, Peninsula Behavioral Health has helped thousands of people in their recovery to lead healthy, positive, and productive lives. With more than 300 employees, we treat patients of all ages at our inpatient facility and four outpatient clinics located across our region. 

About the Facility

• 119 licensed beds

Outpatient

• 10,000 patients served annually
• 4 clinic locations
• 6 physicians
• 24 therapists
• 19 outreach therapists

Peninsula Behavioral Health is a member of Covenant Health.

Covenant Health is a Tennessee-based healthcare enterprise committed to providing the right care at the right time and place. As a not-for-profit health system, we are dedicated to being the region’s premier healthcare network through service, community and innovation. We provide patient-centered care that inspires clinical and service excellence, and strive to be the first and best choice for our patients, employees, physicians, employers, volunteers and communities. Covenant Health is the area’s largest employer and has more than 11,000 compassionate caregivers, expert clinicians, and dedicated employees and volunteers. Learn more at CovenantHealth.com.

Located on the Tennessee River with the Great Smoky Mountains as a backdrop, Knoxville is an incredible combination of big city excitement and small town southern charm. Home to the University of Tennessee and a vibrant downtown area with revitalized neighborhoods, Knoxville is a regional hub for nightlife and entertainment, especially in its Old City. Knoxville is also an excellent choice for families, with outstanding public schools and private K-12 schools. Our cost of living is 15% below the national average and Tennessee does not have a state income tax.