Emergency Psychiatry Physician – Nocturnist

Emergency Psychiatry Physician – Nocturnist            Carilion Clinic and the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, Roanoke Virginia 3 12-hour shifts, plus 4 hours of administrative/research time   Carilion Clinic and the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine are seeking a full time Emergency Psychiatry Physician Nocturnist in the Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital Emergency Department. The Emergency Psychiatry Physician Nocturnist will be responsible for assessing patients of all ages who present to the ED with psychiatric illnesses.  The physician will work closely with a multidisciplinary team including Advance Care Providers, learners such as residents and students and other clinicians to assess and care for patients in the ED.  The physician may also provide consult liaison support to the general hospital in the event of a psychiatric emergency.  The physician serves a vital role in providing psychiatric care in our fast-paced ED environment. The position includes an academic appointment at the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine. Requirements ·         Degree from an accredited medical school ·         ABPN board certification or eligibility ·         Successful completion of accredited residency in Psychiatry ·         One year post-residency clinical experience in an acute care psychiatric setting preferred ·         Ability to obtain licensure in Virginia · Skilled in interpersonal communication, including the ability to effectively communicate with patients and families ·         Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment   Carilion Clinic is the largest not-for-profit integrated health system in western Virginia, the Shenandoah Valley, and surrounding regions, serving 1 million people. Carilion Clinic includes seven hospitals, 240+ practice locations, and 29 GME programs with 800+ physicians in over 78+ specialties. Carilion is a physician-led, collaborative, interdisciplinary Integrated Healthcare Delivery System with a common philosophy of patients first. Roanoke is a multicultural metropolitan area of over 300,000 people, located at the southern tip of Virginia's spectacular Shenandoah Valley, surrounded by the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and the stunning 22,000-acre Smith Mountain Lake. The area offers exceptional outdoor activities but also extensive sports and cultural activities from fine dining to multiple musical venues and playhouses, to symphonies, opera, and ballets. Access to major air travel hubs is convenient through the Roanoke Blacksburg Regional Airport. The weather features mild winters, an abundance of sunshine, and extended spring and autumn seasons. The region features highly ranked schools and universities and has been coined “the best kept secret in the east.”   Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Additional Information: - Specialty: General/Adult Psychiatry - Location: Roanoke, Virginia - Contact: Robert Way About the Company: One of the largest hospitals in the state, Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital (CRMH) is a 703-bed hospital with an additional 60-bed Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. The facility recently completed a large expansion project, adding a new Emergency Department, Labor and Delivery unit and the Carilion Clinic Children's Hospital complete with a Pediatric Emergency Room. Now in it's second century of providing premiere healthcare services, CRMH also features a Level I trauma center. In addition to offering high-tech services, the hospital is home to 24 Graduate Medical Education Programs affiliated with Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, University of Virginia and Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Patients have access to nearby specialty clinics, family medical centers, and a host of personalized treatment options, making this the region's most comprehensive group of healthcare providers.