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Overview Now Hiring: Full-Time Inpatient Psychiatrist (Weekend Coverage) - Adolescent UnitsTower Behavioral Health | Reading, PennsylvaniaNew Graduates and Experienced Psychiatrists Encouraged to ApplyTower Behavioral Health is seeking a Full-Time Inpatient Psychiatrist to provide coverage for our adult and adolescent inpatient psychiatric units. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing behavioral health organization dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate, and evidence-based psychiatric care.Tower Behavioral Health is a 181-bed behavioral healthcare system committed to supporting patients through a comprehensive continuum of care. Our state-of-the-art inpatient psychiatric hospital in Reading, Pennsylvania provides acute psychiatric treatment in a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment.We embrace a patient-centered, recovery-oriented approach and foster collaboration among psychiatry, nursing, social work, psychology, and allied health professionals to achieve exceptional clinical outcomes.Position OverviewThe Inpatient Psychiatrist will provide psychiatric services for hospitalized adult and adolescent patients during weekends, ensuring continuity of care, medication management, treatment planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration. This role benefits from established weekday provider support and structured patient handoffs.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct psychiatric evaluations and assessments for inpatient adults and adolescentsManage psychotropic medications and treatment interventionsDevelop and update individualized treatment plansParticipate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetingsComplete timely and accurate clinical documentationCoordinate care with nursing, therapy, social work, and medical staffEnsure compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standardsProvide clinical leadership and support for patient-centered care initiativesQualificationsMD or DO degree from an accredited medical schoolBoard Eligible or Board Certified in PsychiatryActive Pennsylvania medical license or ability to obtainDEA registration or ability to obtainInterest or experience working with adult and adolescent populationsStrong communication and collaboration skillsNew graduates welcome to applyWhy Join Tower Behavioral Health?Full-Time employed opportunityCompetitive compensation and benefits packageCollaborative multidisciplinary team environmentModern, state-of-the-art behavioral health facilityStrong administrative and clinical supportCommitment to physician engagement and quality patient outcomesOpportunity to treat both adult and adolescent populationsIf you are passionate about providing exceptional inpatient psychiatric care and are looking for a supportive organization that values clinical excellence and teamwork, we encourage you to apply today. Responsibilities Summary:Responsible for providing clinical services to patients at the facility.Practice within medical protocols defined by federal and state regulations, as well as by corporate, facility policy or procedures.Review medical information on patients to ensure medical stability and to offer medical recommendations.Evaluate patients for mental, emotional or behavioral disorders. Treat or direct treatment of patients, utilizing a variety of psychotherapeutic methods and medications.Review and complete medical information for individual care plans, documents services and information in a timely manner.Maintain confidential documentation, compliance and billing in accordance with the policy and procedures. Qualifications Qualifications:Doctoral degree in Medicine (MD or DO) required.One or more years’ post graduate degree practice preferred.Licensed in the state in which the facility(s) operate.Licenses/Certifications:Board certification in psychiatryCurrent DEA credentials to prescribe controlled substances without restrictions and per regulation within the state in which the practitioner will be working.Our Comprehensive Treatment Network ~23,500 Employees · ~11,400 Beds · 258 Locations · 38 States · 1 Network As a leading provider of behavioral healthcare services in the United States and Puerto Rico, Acadia Healthcare operates 258 treatment facilities across 38 states. Our network of treatment facilities offers multiple levels of care for various behavioral health and substance use disorders. At Acadia, our primary goal is to meet patients where they’re at in their treatment process. We do this by providing a multitude of levels of care, including detoxification, residential treatment for substance use, residential treatment for dual diagnosis, acute psychiatric inpatient hospitalization, medication-assisted treatment (MAT) services, and an array of outpatient programming options, ranging from partial hospitalization programs (PHPs) and intensive outpatient programs (IOPs) to traditional outpatient services. Our expansive network of treatment facilities creates greater access to care, reduces the stigma associated with mental illness and substance use, and offers those in our communities a safe environment in which to receive the treatment they need. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.#LI-DT1#LI-TBHAHPRJob SummaryJob ID: 2026-107843Category: ClinicalLocation : Name: Tower Behavioral Health

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