Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in mental health care?
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Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in mental health care?
Join our dedicated team at West Central Georgia Regional Hospital (WCGRH), a leader in providing comprehensive residential and community services for individuals with chronic mental health conditions across 31 counties. Established in 1974, WCGRH is committed to delivering compassionate and transformative care to those who need it most.
About Us
Nestled in Columbus, Georgia—the state’s second-largest city—WCGRH serves as a beacon of hope and recovery for patients and families. Our multidisciplinary team provides psychological, medical, activity therapy, nursing, chaplain, and social services to residents in a collaborative and supportive environment.
What We Offer:
- Competitive Salary: Reflective of experience and qualifications.
- Work-Life Balance: No Evenings or Nights required
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, and generous paid time off.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for continued education and career advancement.
- Quality of Life in Columbus: A vibrant city with cultural attractions, outdoor activities, and a lower cost of living.
Job Responsibilities
We are seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Psychiatrist to join our dynamic team of mental health professionals.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide comprehensive care for patients diagnosed with Schizophrenia, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, and dual diagnoses involving substance abuse.
• Evaluate new admissions and oversee patient discharges.
• Conduct daily one-on-one sessions with a manageable caseload of 15 patients per day.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team in treatment planning and execution, including participation in mandatory “treatment mall” sessions.
• Utilize EMR systems for documentation and patient care planning.
• Supervise and collaborate with PMHNPs and other clinical staff as needed.
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Campus Details
Our hospital campus includes specialized units to meet a variety of patient needs:
• Forensic Transition Unit: Lower risk patients (caseload 1:20)
• Admitting Forensic Units: Moderate to high-risk patients with 1–2 admissions per week (caseload 1:15–1:20)
• Adult Mental Health Unit: Focused on community stabilization with repeat utilizers (caseload 1:13, 1–2 admissions per week)
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Qualifications
• MD/DO degree with active board certification or board eligibility in Psychiatry.
• Valid Georgia medical license or eligibility to obtain one.
Working Hours
Skills
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
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