Psychiatrist / ACTT / Part-Time
- Relocation assistance
- Driver's license
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About the job
We are hiring for
Psychiatrist / ACTT / Part-Time
Type
Credentialed
If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services!
The Psychiatrist provides psychiatric and medical assessment, treatment, clinical supervision, education, and training to RHA Behavioral Health Staff. The psychiatrist is responsible for the development, implementation, and supervision of medication, psychiatric, and medical treatment policies and procedures. As applicable, the Psychiatrist serves as a key member of treatment and works in conjunction with other team members to ensure that psychiatric services are integrated into the clients overall treatment.
Are you a Psychiatrist that wants to focus your expertise on serving people, rather than trying to manage a business?
Then join RHA Behavioral Health!
RHA is seeking Licensed Psychiatrists interested in joining RHA's team in beautiful North Carolina. We operate throughout the state, with locations at or just hours away from the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina, gorgeous Outer Banks, and the convenient beaches of SC.
RHA Behavioral Health is an evolving non-profit provider of behavioral health services located throughout North Carolina. We are Interested in candidates who treat adults or children/adolescents. This is a great opportunity to work in a positive environment with a seasoned group of healthcare professionals to make a difference in people's lives.
Our Licensed Psychiatrist provides psychiatric and medical assessment, treatment, clinical supervision, education, and training to RHA Behavioral Health Staff. The psychiatrist is responsible for the development, implementation, and supervision of medication, psychiatric and medical treatment policies and procedures. As applicable, the Psychiatrist serves as a key member of treatment and works in conjunction with other team members to ensure that psychiatric services are integrated into the clients overall treatment.
This position is an integral part of the team and would work in collaboration with not only other RHA staff but health care professionals in the community. Relies on experience, knowledge, and judgment to provide services with limited supervision and direction.
Below are a few highlights of RHA Behavioral Health
- Electronic Medical Record (EMR) hybrid with movement to a fully established EMR.
- Just-In-Time (JIT) scheduling. RHA support staff and clinical leadership manage's the schedule so the person prescribing doesn't have to.
- Nursing assistants in specified sites.
- Established protocols regarding communication with primary care.
Please submit a cover letter and resume. Relocation expenses reimbursement may be negotiated.
Requirements
- Completion of an MD Residency training program in Psychiatry.
- Board certified or board eligible in psychiatry and licensed to practice medicine in North Carolina.
- Valid driver’s license (this is a condition of employment) including personal vehicle insurance coverage.
- The following are conditions of employment: CPR, first aid, NCI certification and others that may be specified and/or required by future company regulations. Must maintain proficiency in company sponsored training and certifications and privileging if required.
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Pre-employment screening
- Complete criminal background
- Name checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities)
- Drug testing
- Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements.
- Proof of employment history or references (if required)
- Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals.
We offer the following benefits to employees
- Payactiv: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday!
- Employee perks and discount program : to help you save money!
- Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)
- Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)
- 401(k) retirement savings program
- Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial
- Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
- Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities
*contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above benefits
EEO Statement RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.
About RHA
At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes.
For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey.
If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today.
From RHA Health Services's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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