Job Title: Inpatient Psychiatrist – Psychiatry Specialty – Georgetown, DE
Hook to Apply: Join a leading facility in Georgetown, DE, offering a weekday schedule with no weekends or call, competitive pay discussion at interview, and a supportive team environment. Enjoy working with a manageable patient load, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity for stable, permanent employment starting in late April 2026.
Quick Facts:- Location: Georgetown, DE
- Start Date: 04/28/2026
- End Date/Duration: Permanent
- Shift: Monday-Friday, day shift; 8-hour shifts
- Hours/Week: 40
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Licenses/Certifications: Medical License in Delaware, Board Certification preferred
- Experience: Previous inpatient psychiatry experience preferred, 2+ years
Pay & Benefits:- Pay Rate: $1.00/hour (discuss during interview)
- Benefits:
- Competitive pay package discussed upon application
- Weekly pay via direct deposit
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k) plan
- CME stipend
- Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable
- Robust referral bonus program
- 24/7 dedicated team support
- Paid sick time in accordance with applicable laws
What You’ll Do:- Provide inpatient psychiatric care for adult patients, managing a caseload of approximately 18 patients per day
- Conduct evaluations and develop treatment plans for a variety of mental health conditions such as anxiety, affective, personality, developmental, psychotic, substance use, and trauma-related disorders
- Participate in involuntary commitments, medication management, and therapy as needed
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered care
- Adhere to safety protocols and documentation standards using WellSky EMR
- Support a stable, no-call, no-weekend schedule, with occasional weekend coverage (once per month)
What You Need:- Active medical license in Delaware
- Board-certified or eligible in Psychiatry
- Familiarity with involuntary commitments and psychopharmacology
- Proven inpatient psychiatry experience (minimum 2 years preferred)
- Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
About the Assignment:Join SUN Behavioral Health Delaware, a leading facility in Georgetown, DE, dedicated to providing compassionate inpatient psychiatric care. This position offers a stable, outpatient-focused schedule with no call or weekend shifts, supporting a healthy work-life balance while making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives.
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