# Academic Perinatal Psychiatrist - Greenville, North Carolina

**Company:** [Commonwealth Medical Services](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/keeTEXJ8MZmGdm2R5VUMJA.md)
**Location:** Greenville, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** East - ECU Health - All

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## Description

A well-established academic healthcare organization is seeking a **Board-Eligible/Board-Certified Perinatal Psychiatrist** to join a growing psychiatry and behavioral health program. This position offers a balanced mix of **clinical care, teaching, and academic involvement** within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

### **Position Highlights**

-   Academic practice with opportunities for **teaching and scholarly activity**
-   Combination of **inpatient and outpatient responsibilities**
-   Provide psychiatric care for **prenatal, perinatal, and postpartum patients**
-   Inpatient responsibilities include consults in:

-   Emergency department
-   Labor & delivery unit
-   Behavioral health unit

-   Outpatient care in both **behavioral health and OB/GYN clinic settings**
-   Standard schedule: **Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM**
-   **Phone-only call coverage** with resident support taking first call
-   Work alongside a **multidisciplinary team**, including OB/GYN and behavioral health specialists
-   Opportunity to contribute to program growth and service development

### **About the Community**

This opportunity is located in a **mid-sized, university-centered city in eastern North Carolina**, offering:

-   Affordable cost of living and diverse housing options
-   Access to outdoor recreation including waterways, trails, and coastal areas
-   A growing arts, dining, and cultural scene
-   Proximity to larger metropolitan areas and coastal destinations

## Requirements

### **General Job Responsibilities**

-   Provide psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for **perinatal and reproductive mental health conditions**
-   Manage patient care across **inpatient consultative services and outpatient clinics**
-   Collaborate with **OB/GYN providers, behavioral health teams, and other specialists**
-   Participate in **teaching medical students, residents, and/or fellows**
-   Engage in **clinical program development, quality improvement, and/or research initiatives**
-   Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
-   Ensure compliance with all regulatory, ethical, and organizational standards
-   MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
-   Completion of **residency training in Psychiatry or Obstetrics & Gynecology**
-   Completion of **fellowship training in Perinatal or Reproductive Psychiatry** (preferred/required depending on role)
-   Board Eligible or Board Certified in relevant specialty
-   Eligible for or able to obtain **state medical licensure**
-   Strong clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills
-   Interest in **academic medicine, teaching, and multidisciplinary collaboration**
-   Ability to work effectively within a **team-based care model**

## Benefits

### **Compensation & Benefits**

-   Competitive compensation package with potential administrative stipend
-   Comprehensive benefits including:

-   Health, dental, and vision insurance
-   Retirement plans (401k/457 options)
-   Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)
-   Malpractice coverage with tail
-   Relocation assistance
-   Disability and life insurance

-   Eligibility for **student loan repayment programs** (where applicable)