Academic/Faculty/Research Physician

Join Sentara Health's interdisciplinary Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry team , providing expert psychiatric care to medically complex and emergent patients across Sentara's facilities. You'll work closely with ED, medical, and surgical teams, supported by licensed therapists, behavioral health navigators, and a systemwide psychiatric response network.

Among 36 specialties in Sentara, our Behavioral Health teams stand out-ranking system-wide in DEI, foundational support, organization, resilience, and work-life balance, and consistently placing in the top 6 across all key engagement and performance categories . Join a team recognized for excellence in patient care, teamwork, leadership, and a culture that truly supports its people.

Practice Highlights

• Primary assignment: Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center (Woodbridge, VA)
• Schedule: 7 on/ 7 off (7a-7p)
• Daily co-management of ED behavioral health patients
• Inpatient consults on behavioral, medical, and surgical units
• Virtual consult support to Sentara Rockingham Memorial Center, and Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital
• No inpatient psych admissions (handled by dedicated inpatient psychiatrists)
• Strong interdisciplinary support: APPs, therapists, navigators, case managers

Key Responsibilities

• Psychiatric consultation for complex medical and co-occurring conditions
• Diagnostic evaluation and treatment planning
• Medication management and crisis intervention
• Collaborative, team-based care across hospital services
• Supervision of APPs and students as needed

Benefit Highlights:

• Nationally competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability and more
• 403b/401a Retirement Packages with Matching Contribution
• Malpractice and Tail coverage
• Paid Licensure Renewals
• $5500 Annual CME Allowance
• Physician time off
• Fully Integrated EHR (Epic)
• 501c3, non-profit (PSLF Eligible)

Why Northern, VA

Northern Virginia offers the perfect blend of career opportunity, convenience, and quality of life. Home to top-rated schools, diverse communities, and easy access to Washington, D.C., the region provides endless dining, entertainment, cultural attractions, and outdoor recreation. Residents enjoy a strong economy, excellent transportation options, and the ability to choose from vibrant urban living, charming suburbs, or scenic countryside, all within a short drive.