Psychiatrist - Inpatient

Psychiatrist – Inpatient

Carilion New River Valley Medical Center – Christiansburg, Virginia; Carilion Clinic | Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine

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Advance Your Career. Elevate Patient Care. Love Where You Live.

If you’re looking for more than just a job—if you want a role that accelerates your professional growth, amplifies your impact, and connects you to academic medicine within a physician-led system —this is your opportunity.

Carilion Clinic, in partnership with the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine , is seeking a full-time Inpatient Psychiatrist to join our team in Christiansburg, Virginia. This role offers a rare combination of clinical excellence, academic engagement, and lifestyle balance in a supportive, mission-driven environment.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out for You

Grow Within a Physician-Led System

At Carilion Clinic, physicians lead the way. You’ll practice in a collaborative, integrated health system where your voice matters—clinically and strategically. This structure empowers you to influence patient care, shape workflows, and contribute to system-wide innovation.

Expand Your Academic Footprint

Through an appointment with the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine , you’ll have the opportunity to teach, mentor, and inspire the next generation of physicians —while staying connected to an environment that values inquiry, learning, and advancement.

Make a Meaningful Clinical Impact—Every Day

• Manage a focused daily census of 10–12 patients
• Work with an average length of stay of 5–7 days
• Deliver acute stabilization and coordinated discharge planning
• Practice in a structured, team-based inpatient setting

This is a role where your expertise directly shapes outcomes and patient recovery.

Work in a Truly Collaborative Environment

Join a multidisciplinary team where your input is valued and your contributions drive patient-centered care and continuous improvement .

Build the Career You Want—With Balance and Purpose

This position is designed to support both your professional ambitions and personal well-being . You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Develop as a clinical leader in inpatient psychiatry
• Engage in teaching and academic medicine
• Practice within a respected, mission-driven organization
• Maintain a sustainable, balanced lifestyle

Live Where Quality of Life Comes Naturally

The New River Valley offers a lifestyle that’s hard to match. Anchored by Virginia Tech and Radford University , this vibrant region blends intellectual energy with natural beauty .

You’ll enjoy:

• Top-rated schools and family-friendly communities
• Low cost of living and affordable housing
• Access to outdoor destinations like the Blue Ridge Parkway, Appalachian Trail, New River, and Claytor Lake
• A lively culture with arts, dining, and collegiate athletics

All just 35 minutes from Roanoke , giving you both convenience and space to thrive.

Take the Next Step

If you’re ready to advance your career while making a lasting impact , we’d love to connect with you.

Contact

Rob Way, Physician Recruitment