Psychiatrist Openings! Virginia Locations w/ Sign on Bonus and MORE!

Psychiatrist Opportunities Across Virginia -Where Purpose Meets Professional Growth

Advance your career with the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), where meaningful work, clinical excellence, and outstanding benefits come together to make a lasting impact.

Why Choose DBHDS?

We’re committed to supporting your professional success every step of the way.

Our benefits include:

• Generous sign-on and retention bonuses

• Relocation assistance

• Paid CME leave and funding

• Loan repayment programs, including Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

• Competitive state salary and benefits package

• Exclusive employee discounts

Incentives are subject to eligibility requirements and may include certain restrictions.

Make an Impact Every Day

DBHDS is seeking dedicated psychiatrists to join mission-driven teams across the Commonwealth. As a valued clinical leader, you will provide high-quality psychiatric care in inpatient settings while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams committed to recovery, dignity, and hope.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and assessments

• Lead individualized, evidence-based treatment planning

• Manage medication and therapeutic interventions using best practices

• Coordinate care and discharge planning with internal and external partners

• Participate in court hearings as necessary

• Ensure timely, accurate medical documentation

• Provide on-call coverage as scheduled

Qualifications

• M.D. or equivalent from an accredited medical school

• Completion of an approved psychiatry residency program

• Active Virginia medical license (or eligibility to obtain one)

• DEA license to prescribe

Opportunities Across Virginia

Whether you’re looking to relocate or stay close to home, DBHDS offers statewide positions with room for professional growth while serving communities in need.

Take the Next Step

Help shape the future of behavioral health in Virginia. Apply today and join a team that makes a true difference.

For more information, contact:
Tamara Hinchey
Email: Tamara.Hinchey@dbhds.virginia.gov
Website: www.dbhds.virginia.gov

Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) operates 12 facilities: eight behavioral health facilities for adults, a training center, a psychiatric facility for children and adolescents, a medical center, and a center for behavioral rehabilitation. State facilities provide highly structured, intensive services for individuals with mental illness, intellectual disability or are in need of substance use disorder services.