Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician

Join Our Team as a Psychiatrist in Tacoma, WA Are you a dedicated psychiatrist seeking a meaningful opportunity to make a difference? VieMed Healthcare Staffing is seeking a highly qualified Psychiatrist to provide exceptional mental health care at a facility housing individuals detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement. This role offers a unique chance to contribute to public health and human rights while working in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment. In this position, you will evaluate, diagnose, and treat a diverse patient population, including urgent and emergency mental health cases, family units, and gender-specific care such as transgender and pregnancy-related mental health management. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver recovery-oriented, culturally sensitive psychiatric services, ensuring compliance with IHSC policies and detention standards. Telepsychiatry services are available to extend care across facilities, utilizing state-of-the-art electronic health records and video conferencing tools. Required Skills: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited U.S. or equivalent foreign medical schoolCompletion of four years of psychiatric specialty training leading to board eligibilityMinimum of one year of licensed practice as a psychiatristFull, unrestricted medical license in Washington StateBoard certification eligible by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN)Current BLS certification through the American Heart AssociationExperience in detention, correctional, or residential healthcare settings (preferred)Strong diagnostic, medication management, and psychotherapy skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamExcellent communication and cultural competency skillsNice to Have Skills: Additional state licensing for out-of-state telepsychiatryExperience with electronic health records and telehealth platformsKnowledge of public health trends affecting diverse populationsBilingual abilities or multilingual skillsPreferred Education and Experience: Medical degree from an accredited U.S. or foreign medical school with ECFMG certificationBoard-eligible or board-certified in psychiatryAt least one year of post-licensure psychiatric practicePrior experience working in detention or correctional healthcare environmentsOther Requirements: Ability to provide telepsychiatry services within licensed statesWillingness to participate in ongoing training and competency assessmentsCommitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to HIPAA regulationsFlexibility to respond to medical emergencies as neededCompensation & Benefits: Hourly pay rate of $220, with weekly pay via direct depositRobust referral bonus program24/7 dedicated support teamTake the next step in your psychiatric career and make a lasting impact. Apply now to join a team committed to excellence in healthcare and human rights. VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ( EEO )/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply