Inpatient Psychiatry Opening in Northeast Tennessee

Ballad Health is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Psychiatrist to join our team at Woodridge Hospital, an 84-bed inpatient behavioral health facility with a 24/7 walk-in emergency assessment department located in Johnson City, TN. Accredited by The Joint Commission, Woodridge has been serving the community for more than 30 years and provides comprehensive mental health and chemical dependency services for adults, adolescents, and children (ages 6+).

You will join a collaborative team of 4 psychiatrists, supported by family and psych-certified nurse practitioners, behavioral health therapists, discharge planners, expressive therapists, and psychiatric nurses – all working together to provide individualized, compassionate care.

Opportunity Highlights

• Full time 40 hours a week, day shift with call and a structured schedule to meet needs for 24/7 coverage
• Competitive compensation with earning potential >$350K
• Signing bonus
• CME allowance (time & dollars)
• Full benefits package

Community Highlights – Johnson City, TN

Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, Johnson City is a vibrant university town with a population of over 60,000. The area offers a unique mix of outdoor adventure, cultural heritage, and modern amenities:

• Scenic hiking, whitewater rafting, lakes, and mountain vistas

• Rich history and culture: bluegrass music, quilts, storytelling, and railroads

• Festivals and events year-round: Blue Plum Festival, Umoja Festival, Storytelling Festival, and more

• Home to East Tennessee State University and a regional hub for healthcare and education

• One of the “Best Small Cities for Business and Careers” – Forbes

• One of the “10 Least Expensive Cities for Living in the U.S.A.” – Kiplinger’s

Just a short drive from Asheville, Knoxville, Gatlinburg, and the ski areas of Western North Carolina, Johnson City offers the perfect balance of small-town charm and big-city opportunity – all with one of the lowest costs of living in the country.

The Appalachian Highlands consists of three mid-size cities (Bristol, TN/VA, Kingsport, TN, Johnson City, TN).  Sullivan County, TN and Washington County, TN combined is roughly 300,000 in population.  The area is within driving distance to one half of the US population. 

• No State Income Tax in Tennessee
• Low Cost of Living
• Easy access to a Regional Airport
• Excellent Public and Private school options
• Arts/Culture: ETSU Martin Center for the Arts, Johnson City Symphony Orchestra, International Storytelling Center
• Outdoor activities: Boone Lake, Buffalo Mountain Park, Tannery Knob Bike Park
• Family activities: Gray Fossil Site, Hands On Discovery Center, Brights Zoo
• Local craft breweries and wineries
• Four distinct seasons

Located in Johnson City, Tennessee, Woodridge Hospital is an 84-bed inpatient psychiatric hospital serving the 29-county region of Northeast Tennessee, Southwest Virginia, Northwest North Carolina and Southeast Kentucky. The dedicated professionals at Woodridge Hospital offer mental health and chemical dependency services for adults, adolescents and children ages six and older. The Woodridge team of professionals includes mental health therapists, discharge planners, expressive therapists and psychiatric nurses who assist patients on their road to recovery. For more information about Woodridge Hospital, please visit www.balladhealth.org/Woodridge.