Behavioral Health Patient Companion (Wage, Nights)

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Behavioral Health Patient Companion (Wage, Nights) at UVA Health a 2.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Behavioral Health physician listings evaluated on our platform.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

This Behavioral Health position at UVA Health is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Stated compensation: $15.00 hourly.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position also offers production-based compensation: $15 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

This position is based in Virginia.

Key skills and qualifications: Patient care, Vital signs monitoring, Patient history taking, Activities of daily living assistance, Patient safety, Communication, Attention to detail, Documentation. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Behavioral Health role.

Core responsibilities: The Behavioral Health Patient Companion provides direct patient care, including assisting with daily living activities and monitoring vital signs. They are responsible for reporting changes in patient conditions and maintaining a safe, clean environment for patients.