Fairview Health Services·Minneapolis, Minnesota
Provide psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for adult patients in an inpatient hospital setting. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop individualized treatment plans and manage psychotropic medications.
Fairview is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Physician - Psychiatry - Adult Inpatient to join our Behavioral Health team in a CASUAL inpatient role based in Minneapolis at University of Minnesota Medical Center - West Bank. The physician will provide care in an inpatient hospital setting with a focus on adult psychiatric care and medication management. Provides care and collaborates on treatment plans and decisions for care with a multidisciplinary team of care givers and support staff. Ensures clinical excellence by ensuring quality, focusing on the patient experience, operational and clinical excellence.
Key Responsibilities Provide psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for adult patients admitted to the inpatient psychiatric unit.
Develop and manage individualized treatment plans in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team including nursing, social work, psychology, and case management.
Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications, evaluating therapeutic response and side effects.
Conduct daily patient rounds and adjust treatment plans as needed.
Participate in treatment team meetings and discharge planning to ensure continuity of care.
Provide crisis intervention and risk assessments when needed.
When applicable, provide education and training to learners, including students, residents, and fellows.
Graduate of an ACGME or AOA accredited Psychiatry residency program Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry Eligible for or able to obtain Minnesota medical license Ability to obtain DEA certification in Minnesota Meet credentialing and privileging criteria Preferred - Fellowship training in areas such as Addiction Psychiatry, Geriatric Psychiatry, Pain Medicine, or Hospice & Palliative Medicine
EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status
Must be a graduate of an ACGME or AOA accredited Psychiatry residency and be Board Certified or Board Eligible. Requires a Minnesota medical license and DEA certification.
Market context
Behavioral health openings in Minnesota often reflect steady demand in community, residential, and outpatient settings, especially for candidates who can meet licensing, safety, and transportation requirements. These roles can be competitive because employers look for reliability, CPR/First Aid certification, a valid Minnesota driver’s license, and a clean DHS background check. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certifications and driving record before applying.