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ED/Acute Care Psychiatry opening in North Carolina Located in Wilmington, NC Full-time, permanent position Employed opportunity 2026 Start Date Overview: - The Inpatient Psychiatrist will be caring for approximately 8-12 patients a day - 7 on / 7 off schedule - Ability to teach Novant Health Psychiatric Residents - Conduct psychiatric evaluations for disposition (admission, placement, discharge) and provide timely assessments for inpatients and outpatients - Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans - Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and case discussions - Call rotation with other acute care psychiatrists - EMR: Epic --- Comp/Benefits: - Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits - Paid leave benefits - Malpractice coverage - Emphasis on work-life balance - Two-year salary guarantee - Relocation allowance - Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance --- About Medical Group: One of the largest medical groups in the nation Resiliency training for physicians and team members to prevent burnout Nationally recognized for advanced care One of the largest community-based, non-profit healthcare systems Physician-led and physician-driven organization with physicians in leadership roles across the organization. --- About the Area: Wilmington is a growing coastal community in Southeastern North Carolina featuring an array of amenities. From a historic downtown community, Thalian Hall Performing Arts Center, beach and water activities, golf, tennis, and great restaurants to a thriving nightlife--Wilmington has your interests covered! Additionally, our community offers many family-oriented activities, events, and festivals. Area schools are identified as some of the best in the state while the local university provides further educational opportunities. This is a great opportunity to live and work where others vacation!