Overview
Psychiatrist Opportunity – Shawnee Mission
AdventHealth in Kansas City is looking for a full-time Psychiatrist to join our 42-bed inpatient Behavioral Health program, large intensive Outpatient Program and psychiatric consultation services. This psychiatrist will be responsible for diagnosing and treating patients across the full spectrum of mental health conditions in the outpatient setting. Our psychiatrists provide mental health, substance abuse and dual diagnosis treatment for voluntary adult and senior inpatients. We also offer a robust ECT program for inpatients and outpatients; a highly reputable Intensive Outpatient Program with tracks for mental health, substance abuse and dual diagnosis; and a Behavioral Health Assessment Center.
Essential Functions:
- Psychiatrist is responsible for:
- Conducting comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and developing individualized treatment plans.
- Providing psychotherapy and medication management as appropriate.
- Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, including therapists, social workers, and primary care physicians.
- Engaging in patient education and offering support to help individuals manage their mental health effectively.
- Staying abreast of the latest research and best practices in psychiatric care.
Employment Details:
- Guaranteed initial base salary with a wRVU production component.
- Sign-on bonus
- Retirement program comprised of a 403(b) matching account and a 457(b) deferred compensation savings plan.
- Offerings include medical, vision, dental, life insurance, disability coverage.
- Competitive time off plan and wellness benefits.
- Generous continuing medical education (CME) allowance.
Knowledge and Skills Required:
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, staff, and patients.
- Strong communication skills.
- Strong medical decision-making skills.
Schedule Details:
- Schedule Details: Monday – Friday
- Hospitals covered: AH Shawnee Mission
- Call: 1 in 5 weeks
Required Education and Experience:
- Medical Degree
- Psychiatry experience (preferred)
Licensure, Certification, Registration:
- Current, valid Kansas Medical license
- Board Certification
- BLS & ACLS
- DEA License
Hospital Description
AdventHealth Shawnee Mission, located in Merriam, Kansas, is a 504-bed acute care hospital serving the Kansas City metro area, particularly Johnson County. Formerly Shawnee Mission Medical Center, it joined the AdventHealth network in 2002, guided by a mission to provide faith-based, whole-person care that nurtures physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Established in 1962, the hospital has deep roots in the community, originating from a collaboration between local leaders, the Johnson County Medical Society, and the New Haven Seventh-day Adventist Church to meet the area’s growing healthcare needs.
The hospital offers comprehensive services, including emergency care, cancer treatment, cardiology, neurology, maternity, bariatric surgery, and behavioral health, supported by over 700 physicians across 50 specialties and more than 3,300 employees. Its state-of-the-art AdventHealth Cancer Institute, accredited by the Commission on Cancer, provides advanced treatments like MRI-guided radiation therapy, doubling patient capacity with a new $76.5 million facility opened in 2024. The B.E. Smith Family Center supports children with developmental disabilities, and the Birth Center is renowned for delivering more babies annually than any other Kansas City hospital.
Community Description
Located in suburban Kansas City, Shawnee Mission is one of the country's wealthiest communities with beautiful established neighborhoods, upscale shopping centers, and nationally top-ranked public-school systems. It sits in the heart of Johnson County, which offers an extensive park and trail system that includes 24 trails extending over 98 miles. The Kansas City area is home to great professional and college sports teams and is the host of the FIFA World Cup in 2026. There is an incredible entertainment scene featuring the Kauffman Performing Arts Center, the Nelson-Atkins Art Gallery, and the T-Mobile Center. We are known for our World Class BBQ but also have culturally diverse high end dining options. With all the offerings of a big city, Kansas City has a small town feeling that our providers affectionately referred to as a hidden gem.