Palm Beach County, FL - Psychiatrist – Inpatient Role with Research Involvement
Updated 3/11/26
Boynton Beach, Florida, United States
Physician
Psychiatric-Mental Health
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Psychiatrist – Inpatient Role with Research Involvement
Location: Boynton Beach
Start Date: Within 90 days
Clinical Role
Seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Psychiatrist for a permanent, full-time position
Inpatient-based role
Current inpatient census in the 40s, with plans for significant growth by year-end
Collaborative care model with:
Another psychiatrist
Psychiatric midlevel
Medical staff handling H&Ps and follow-ups
Patient-facing role with a light medical directorship component
Research involvement is essential:
Candidates must have Principal Investigator (PI) experience or substantial Sub-Investigator experience
Opportunity to participate in pharmaceutical research trials as PI or Sub-I
Supported by an experienced Medical Director providing on-site guidance
Workflow & Schedule
Schedule is task-based, not shift-based
Typical workday averages 6–8 hours; extended (12-hour) days are not expected
Until research ramps up:
Physicians complete all evaluations and some follow-ups at a single site
Approximately 20 patients per day is standard
As research activity increases:
Clinical volume will decrease accordingly
Long-term expectation is to primarily work at one site, with minimal cross-coverage as needed
Important: Candidates without meaningful PI or Sub-I research experience will not be considered.
Organization Information
Physician-owned psychiatry group with a multi-state presence
Strong administrative and clinical infrastructure
Compensation: Flexible based on experience and research background
Target range: $300,000–$400,000 (full-time, 5 days a week)
Benefits Include (must work at least 32 hours a week in order to qualify)
Health insurance
Life insurance
401(k) with 5% employer match
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Lifestyle Highlights
Live and work in Palm Beach County, one of the most desirable regions in the U.S.
Year-round sunshine, beaches, golf, and outdoor recreation
No state income tax
Convenient access to international travel
Close proximity to Broward County and Miami
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