Universal Health Services

Manages hospitals and behavioral health facilities

Psychiatrist

Physicians & SurgeonsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeClarion, PA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

An MD or DO from an accredited medical school is required.
Board certification or board eligibility in Psychiatry is required.
An active and unrestricted medical license in Pennsylvania is required.
DEA registration and prescribing authority are required, as applicable.
Prior inpatient-setting experience is preferred but not required; this is desirable rather than mandatory.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and clinical decision-making skills are required.
A commitment to patient-centered, evidence-based care is required.

Responsibilities

Perform psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and risk assessments.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications.
Provide ongoing medication management and follow-up care.
Collaborate with therapists, primary care providers, nursing staff, and other members of the care team.
Document all patient encounters accurately and in a timely manner.
Participate in treatment team meetings and care coordination.
Respond to urgent psychiatric concerns as clinically appropriate.
Maintain compliance with regulatory, ethical, and organizational standards.
Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatment options, and medication management.

Desired Qualifications

Prior experience in an inpatient setting.

Responsibilities

About Clarion Psychiatric Center

Located on 14 acres in Western Pennsylvania, Clarion Psychiatric Center’s secure, serene facility serves patients ages 10 and older in a positive, affirming therapeutic environment. Our treatment programs are designed forchildren, adolescentsandadultswho face psychiatric, behavioral or emotional problems. We make it our mission to provide each of our patients with the care we would expect for ourselves or a loved one.

We are fully accredited byThe Joint Commission, and we strive to treat our patients like family.

At Clarion Psychiatric Center, our solution-oriented treatment plans are tailored to meet the individual needs of each patient. Treatment focuses on reducing acute symptoms and teaching healthy coping skills. We also understand that many of those who seek treatment with us are survivors of trauma. As a provider of trauma-informed care, our staff work to understand how past traumas may influence a patient’s response to treatment.

Position Summary

We are seeking a compassionate, experiencedPsychiatristto join our team on a full-time basis. The psychiatrist will provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of patients with mental health conditions. This role requires a collaborative, patient-centered provider who is committed to delivering high-quality behavioral health care in a supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities

Perform psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and risk assessments
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications
Provide ongoing medication management and follow-up care
Collaborate with therapists, primary care providers, nursing staff, and other members of the care team
Document all patient encounters accurately and in a timely manner
Participate in treatment team meetings and care coordination
Respond to urgent psychiatric concerns as clinically appropriate
Maintain compliance with all regulatory, ethical, and organizational standards
Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and medication management

Schedule

Full-time schedule: Monday–Friday / Weekend rotation
Standard hours: e.g., 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
On-call responsibilities: Yes

Qualifications

Qualifications

MD or DO from an accredited medical school
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
Active and unrestricted medical license in PA
DEA registration and prescribing authority, as applicable
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and clinical decision-making skills
Commitment to providing patient-centered, evidence-based care
Prior experience in inpatient setting preferred, but not required

About the Company

Universal Health Services

Manages hospitals and behavioral health facilities

Universal Health Services operates a network of acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, and ambulatory centers across the United States. It generates its services by acquiring and managing healthcare facilities, then integrating them under centralized operating practices to deliver patient care. The company’s offering is the management and provision of hospital and behavioral health services, with a focus on standardized clinical operations, economies of scale, and nationwide coverage. What sets UHS apart is its long history of growth through acquisitions, its size and scale in both acute and behavioral health markets, and its ability to integrate new facilities while maintaining consistent care quality. Its goal is to provide high-quality healthcare across a broad network, improve patient outcomes, and sustain long-term value for shareholders by expanding access and efficiency in hospital and behavioral health services.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Upper Merion Township, Pennsylvania
Founded: 1978

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