Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician

Inpatient Psychiatry Opening in Ashland, KYLexington 123m;
Cincinnati, OH 146mSeeking a board certified or eligible Psychiatrist to join its expanding inpatient behavioral health team. This is a hospital-employed opportunity within a strong, collaborative psychiatric program that serves a large and diverse patient population across Kentucky and Ohio.Highlights: $375,000 guaranteed base salary with wRVU productivity bonuses Inpatient role focused on adult psychiatric care in a 27-bed Behavioral Medicine Unit Daily therapy integration: patients attend individual and/or group sessions Supported by discharge planners and case managers for post-acute care coordination Work alongside a growing, collegial team of psychiatrists and advanced practice providers Strong interdisciplinary collaboration and support from hospital leadershipBenefits: Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance Retirement plans (401k and 403b) Generous vacation and CME time $5,000 CME stipend Signing bonus and student loan assistance available Malpractice insurance provided Relocation support availableFacility Overview: Full range of adult medical specialties on-site (excluding pediatric subspecialties) Emergency Department sees over 70,000 annual visits Newly constructed facilities and expanded patient capacityLife in Ashland, Kentucky:Ashland is a welcoming town of about 25,000 people, located on the scenic Ohio River.

Known for its safe, family-friendly atmosphere and low cost of living, it offers:
Excellent public schools Local dining, boutique shopping, and a vibrant downtown Outdoor recreation: hiking, skiing, fishing, rafting, golf, hunting, and more Easy access to Cincinnati, Columbus, and Lexington (2-hour drive) 20 minutes from Huntington, West Virginia, home to Marshall University The position is supported by a wide network of 40+ primary care clinics, with referrals coming from a catchment area of approximately 750,000 residents.

The health system has experienced continued growth, particularly following the closure of a nearby facility, and is completing a major expansion including a new Emergency Department, Imaging Center, and main entrance.