SSM Health

Inpatient Psychiatrist Needed in Scenic Missouri

Jefferson City, MO

full-time
Inpatient

SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital seeks a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatrist to join our experienced and cohesive behavioral health team. This role focuses on providing exceptional inpatient psychiatric care in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver comprehensive psychiatric care to inpatient clients.
  • Collaborate with a team of experienced psychiatric providers.
  • Participate in a minimal call schedule, ensuring work-life balance.

Benefits:

  • Competitive Salary: Enjoy an aggressive guaranteed salary.
  • Financial Support: Loan support options, signing bonus, and monthly residency stipend.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Including up to 6% retirement contribution.
  • PSLF Eligibility: Qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness as a not-for-profit system.
  • Strong Support System: Benefit from an amazing referral system and marketing plan for new physicians.

Work Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

Qualifications:

  • Board-certified or board-eligible in Psychiatry.
  • Eligible for medical licensure in Missouri.

Benefits of Living in Jefferson City, Missouri:

  1. Affordable Cost of Living: Jefferson City offers a cost of living that is approximately 12% lower than the national average, making it an attractive place to live and work.
  2. Scenic Beauty: Known for its historic architecture and picturesque views along the Missouri River, Jefferson City is often recognized as one of the most beautiful small towns in the U.S.
  3. Strong Community: The city has a close-knit community feel, with various local events and activities that foster a sense of belonging.
  4. Amenities and Recreation: The city boasts a variety of amenities, including restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, and local shops. There are also numerous parks and recreational facilities for outdoor activities.
  5. Cultural and Historical Attractions: Residents can enjoy visiting the Missouri State Capitol, the Missouri State Museum, and the Jefferson Landing State Historic Site.

About SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital:

Located in Missouri's state capital for more than 100 years, SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Jefferson City is a full-service, community hospital with a rich history. The hospital moved to a new state-of-the-art building in 2014 and features an evidence-based design that focuses on healing environments and patient safety.

We serve patients in need of emergency, cardiology, orthopedic, cancer, maternity, and medical imaging services. We consistently offer the latest advances in medical services to provide our patients with exceptional health care. With an emphasis on privacy, safety, efficiency, access, and healing, you'll notice the SSM Health difference from the moment you enter our facilities.

Community Description:

In the heart of Missouri lies the capital city, two huge lakes and the largest university in the state. Smaller cities like Jefferson City, our capital, and Columbia, home of the University of Missouri, offer vibrant communities buzzing with activity, yet free of the hustle and bustle of larger metropolitan areas. Here you'll find clever cuisine, fun events, picturesque parks and historical sites within friendly communities. Or, if you want to get away from it all and experience the wonders of nature, the Lake of the Ozarks offers 1,150 miles of shoreline, making it the destination for lake activity in Missouri.

About SSM Health

Thoughtful. Insightful. Purposeful. There is something wholly unique and special about practicing medicine at SSM Health. Being here, you’ll experience a remarkable feeling of purpose, fulfillment, and connectedness. It’s all-encompassing and inspiring, and it’s what defines and drives our teams every day. We call it the healing power of presence and it touches, enhances, and advances all aspects of the care we give and the careers we offer. For the clinicians at SSM Health, being here means being part of a heartful heritage of healing. It’s an opportunity to further a caring legacy while advancing medicine with an esteemed organization that encourages collaboration, empowers innovation, supports growth, and seeks to elevate care for everyone we serve. Together – We Care.Devoted care everywhereSSM Health’s healing legacy originated in St. Louis, Missouri over 150 years ago where five nuns, known as the Sisters of St. Mary’s, were called to aid and heal in God’s name. Since those humble beginnings, SSM Health has grown to become one of the largest Catholic not-for-profit integrated health systems serving the Midwest. Today, our healing ministry includes over 13,900 providers and approximately 40,000 team members, all working together with a shared Mission to deliver exceptional health care services that reveal the healing presence of God across Missouri, Oklahoma, Illinois, and Wisconsin. With 23 hospitals, 12 post-acute care centers, and over 650 physician offices and specialty care clinics spread across four states, SSM Health offers a world of opportunities where clinicians can do a world of good. Whether you’re seeking to heal, teach, learn, lead, connect, or discover, there’s a place within SSM Health for you to thrive. No matter where you work within SSM Health, you can expect to be cared for personally and rewarded professionally with:• A very comprehensive and competitive total compensation and benefits package.• Extensive support and resources to support continued personal and professional growth.• Strategic organizational investments in practice infrastructure and technologies to enhance our practice efficiency and increase clinician satisfaction.• Generous paid time off and paid family leave so our team members can achieve work-life balance.

Posted February 25, 2025

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