River Vista Behavioral Health·Madera County, California
The psychiatrist will provide inpatient services to adults, focusing on regular rounding, admissions, discharges, and participation in treatment teams. Collaboration with physicians, APPs, and support staff is also a key aspect of the role.
Inpatient Adult Psychiatrist Madera, CA This is an outstanding opportunity with lucrative compensation and an unmatched flexible schedule.
We are seeking a full-time Inpatient Adult Psychiatrist to join our dynamic medical staff at River Vista Behavioral Health in Madera, CA.
This role offers lucrative earning potential, excellent flexibility for exceptional work-life-balance, all while working alongside a collaborative care team with a strong support structure.
Explore the possibilities at River Vista where your expertise makes a difference!
Quick Facts Employment Type: Independent Contractor/1099.
With malpractice covered by facility.
Schedule / Hours: Flexible schedule with optional shared call Patient Volume: daily case load of a minimum of 15-20 inpatient adult and adolescent patients Location: Madera, CA Practice Setting: Behavioral Health Facility, Inpatient
Provide inpatient services to adults with a focus on regular rounding, admissions, discharges and treatment team participation Collaborate with physicians, APPs, and support staff
Board Certified / Board Eligible in Psychiatry Licensed to practice in California or eligibility to obtain a CA license Meet all credentialing criteria required by participating physicians About the Organization & Community River Vista is a newer, state-of-the-art 128-bed behavioral health hospital that opened its doors in 2023. We offer a full continuum of inpatient services, including specialized units catering to the unique needs of children, adolescents, and older adults with co-occurring behavioral health and substance-use issues. We offer robust outpatient programs addressing prevalent behavioral health concerns. Madera, CA is in California’s San Joaquin Valley, about 20 miles north of Fresno. The community is known for its diversity, family-oriented neighborhoods and a blend of small-town atmosphere with growing local amenities. Madera hosts year-round community events such as farmers markets, outdoor concerts, movies in the park, and local festivals. Wineries and vineyards nearby help define the Madera AVA wine region. Madera is a culturally rich city. Its central California location provides access to both local activities and a gateway to the state’s natural treasures. River Vista Behavioral Health is a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc, one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services across the U.S., Puerto Rico and the U.K. For more information about the position or to apply, please contact: Diana Stellhorn | UHS In-house Physician Recruiter, Behavioral Health Division |Cell 414-202-5063 Diana.Stellhorn@uhsinc.com linkedin.com/in/dianastellhorn Physician Career Opportunities Universal Health Services, Inc. | UHS of Delaware, Inc. | 367 South Gulph Road, King of Prussia, PA 19406 | www.uhsinc.com
Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry and licensed to practice in California or eligible to obtain a CA license. They must also meet all credentialing criteria required by participating physicians.
Market context
In California, behavioral-health roles tied to substance use disorder counseling and case management are typically supported by ongoing community and treatment-program demand. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma, at least 2 years of SUD counseling or case management experience, and current Registered or Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor status. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and note that professional development and paid continuing education are listed as benefits.