Position Summary:

Deaconess Health System is seeking a highly motivated Outpatient Psychiatrist to help grow outpatient behavioral health services in Hopkinsville, KY. This role offers strong clinical and administrative support in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

Year 1 guaranteed base salary: $350,000 Sign-on bonus: $75,000 Additional earning potential: Psychiatrists typically earn $400,000–$500,000+ based on productivity Comprehensive benefits package Relocation assistance CME allowance

Practice Setting:

This outpatient role focuses on psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and ongoing treatment in a team-based setting that includes:

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs) Licensed therapists providing individual outpatient services

Key Responsibilities:

Perform psychiatric assessments and diagnose mental health conditions Develop and manage individualized treatment plans Provide medication management and follow-up care Collaborate with PMHNPs, therapists, and nursing staff Supervise PMHNPs as needed Provide co-signatures for therapists Maintain accurate EMR documentation Participate in case conferences and quality initiatives Follow ethical, legal, and regulatory standards

Call Responsibilities:

Jennie Stuart Medical Center operates a 12-bed adult inpatient behavioral health unit.

Weeknight call: approx. once every 2 weeks (5:00 p.m. – 8:00 a.m.) Weekend call: approx. 1 in 6 weekends Duties include intake triage, admission orders, and inpatient rounding on weekends

 

Qualifications:

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry (MD or DO) Eligible for Kentucky medical licensure Outpatient psychiatry experience preferred Strong communication and teamwork skills

Why Join Deaconess:

Join a growing behavioral health program with strong leadership support and a collaborative care model. This is an opportunity to build a rewarding practice while making a meaningful impact in the community.

About Hopkinsville, KY:

Hopkinsville offers an excellent quality of life with affordable living, short commutes, and a strong sense of community. Located near Fort Campbell and within driving distance to Nashville, TN, the area provides access to outdoor recreation, arts, dining, and family-friendly activities.

For more information, contact:

Shannon Clements

270-952-1116

Shannon.clements@deaconess.com