Weekend PRN/Moonlighting Psychiatrist Position in Augusta, GA
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Job Description
- Opportunity Details
- Position Title: Weekend PRN/Moonlighting Inpatient General Psychiatrist
- Location: Augusta, GA
Lighthouse Care Center of Augusta provides comprehensive care for both adolescent and adult populations with psychological issues, as well as adults facing psychiatric and substance abuse challenges. They provide Inpatient, Residential, Partial Hospitalization, and Intensive Outpatient services.
Beyond its clinical offerings, Lighthouse Care Center supports patient recovery with recreational activities and an accredited on-campus school, promoting wellness through physical activity and social interaction.
Position Overview
- Employment Type: Hospital Employed PRN/Moonlighting
- Schedule / Hours: On-site, weekend rounding on Saturday & Sunday, Vacation Coverage, and Holidays
- Patient Volume: Will vary on the facility census, will have PMHNP support
- Location: Augusta, GA
- Practice Setting: Inpatient ages 12 and older
- Support / Care Team: Multidisciplinary with BH Techs, BH RN, Psychiatric NPs, Social Workers, and Therapists
Key Responsibilities
Conduct admission evaluations, develop treatment plans, and provide ongoing treatment follow-up for child and adolescent patients.
- Participate in daily treatment team meetings.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care.
- Complete required patient documentation and notes in accordance with facility guidelines.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive PRN Compensation
- Malpractice reimbursement/coverage
Qualifications
- BE/BC in General Psychiatry, local 3rd or 4th year residents are welcome
- Active or eligible GA license
- Active DEA
- Comfortable with treating ages 12 and older
- Local candidates or commutable distance preferred
- Must be willing to work one weekend a month minimum
About the Organization & Community
Lighthouse Care Center of Augusta is nestled along the Savannah River near the South Carolina border, combines Southern charm with the benefits of warm weather and an affordable cost of living. The area is ripe with outdoor activities, cultural events, delicious cuisine, and shopping, all within easy access to Savannah and Atlanta. As Georgia's second-largest city, Augusta is famous for hosting the Masters Golf Tournament.
Psychiatrists who join UHS benefit from the strength of a Fortune 500 healthcare organization with a nationwide network of acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, and outpatient programs. This scale provides unmatched stability, consistent patient volume, and the reassurance of working with a trusted industry leader.
For More Information, Please Contact
Victoria Miller | In-house Physician Recruiter | Victoria.Miller@uhsinc.com | Cell (440) 361-1078
Universal Health Services, Inc. | UHS of Delaware, Inc. | 367 South Gulph Road, King of Prussia, PA 19406 | uhsinc.com.
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- 2+ years of experience
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Psychiatry — Physician Career Context
Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 34% are remote, 46% have no call, 50% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Georgia is 96.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Georgia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Psychiatry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 7.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
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