About This Role
This psychiatric position with Sentara Health involves providing direct patient care and clinical leadership within a Virginia Beach-based mental health practice. You'll evaluate and treat patients with complex psychiatric conditions while managing an interdisciplinary team of caregivers and support staff. Your responsibilities include clinical decision-making, treatment planning, and coordinating care across multiple providers. The role requires board certification in psychiatry and completion of an accredited residency program. This position suits physicians who are skilled diagnosticians, comfortable working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, and committed to evidence-based mental health treatment. You'll operate within Sentara's healthcare system, contributing to their clinical mission while maintaining high ethical standards in patient care.
$25–$45/hr
Hospital / Clinic
Days / Nights
Therapy license
Vision
Location & Routes
- Base city: Virginia Beach, VA
Benefits & Bonuses
- Vision
Hiring Process
- Apply — Submit your application online
- Review — A recruiter reviews your qualifications
- Background check — Standard employment and license verification
- Start your assignment — Begin your therapy role
Requirements
Active state license in good standing (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent)
Experience requirements vary by employer.
BLS typically required.
Ability to stand for long shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and assist with patient transfers.
Frequently asked questions
What license do I need to apply?
An active state license in your discipline (PT, OT, SLP, LCSW, LPC, BCBA, etc.) in good standing. Therapy licensure is state-specific — the PT, OT, and ASLP-IC compacts let you practice in member states without a separate license.
Is this a school-year or year-round position?
School-based therapy roles typically follow a 9- or 10-month school-year calendar with summers off. Outpatient, hospital, home-health, and telehealth positions are year-round with PTO. Both options are widely available — check the job description for specifics.
What experience is expected?
Most therapy roles welcome new grads through mid-career clinicians. Specialty positions (acute care, NICU, pediatric feeding, hand therapy) typically prefer 2+ years plus relevant certifications.
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Full Job Details
Responsible for treating complex diseases for patients of Sentara Healthcare.
The Physician leads an interdisciplinary team of primary caregivers and administrative support staff to perform assigned duties while displaying the highest standards of ethical and moral conduct as well as acting in the best interest of Sentara Medical Group and Sentara Healthcare, supporting our mission, vision and values to optimize the health and well-being of our patients.
Residency and board certification must be in area of specialty.
Board eligible physicians will be considered.
Certification must be obtained within 4 years of eligibility.