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Board Certified Physician (Psychiatrist) - Outpatient Behavioral HealthJob Requisition ID:
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Job Description:
Board Certified Physician (Psychiatrist) – Outpatient Behavioral Health
Newnan, Georgia | Serving Newnan & Carrollton Outpatient Clinics
Full-Time | Leadership Opportunity
Join a Mission That Changes Lives
At Pathways Center, we believe our mission is simple:
- Serve as many people as possible
- Provide exceptional quality care
- Operate in a fiscally responsible manner
For more than 50 years, Pathways Center has been one of Georgia's leading community behavioral healthcare organizations, providing comprehensive mental health, substance use disorder, intellectual and developmental disability, crisis, and community support services across West Central Georgia. Our multidisciplinary team is committed to improving lives through compassionate, evidence-based, person-centered care.
We are seeking a Board Certified Psychiatrist who is passionate about clinical excellence, leadership, and expanding access to behavioral healthcare within our Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) model.
Position Overview
This physician will provide direct psychiatric care at both our Newnan, Georgia and Carrollton, Georgia outpatient clinics.
The position offers an excellent balance of patient care and physician leadership, including serving as the clinical supervisor and delegating physician for Advanced Practice Providers.
Practice Location
Primary office: Newnan, Georgia
Clinical services provided at:
- Newnan Outpatient Clinic
- Carrollton Outpatient Clinic
Schedule
- Standard clinic hours, 8am-5pm, M-F
- Shared services between the Newnan and Carrollton outpatient clinics
- Collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment
Leadership Responsibilities
In addition to providing outstanding psychiatric care, this physician will:
- Serve as the Clinical Supervisor and Delegating Physician for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants
- Mentor and support advanced practice providers
- Participate in clinical consultation and case review
- Collaborate with the Chief Medical Officer and interdisciplinary treatment teams
- Help maintain high-quality, evidence-based behavioral healthcare services across multiple outpatient locations
Clinical Responsibilities
The physician will provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and treatment for adults experiencing mental illness and substance use disorders, including:
- Comprehensive psychiatric evaluations
- Diagnostic assessments
- Medication management
- Treatment planning
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) for Opioid Use Disorder and other substance use disorders
- Crisis evaluations
- Consultation with primary care providers and community partners
- Participation in multidisciplinary treatment teams
- Documentation within the electronic health record
- Consultation with nursing, counseling, case management, and other behavioral health professionals
These responsibilities align with the organization's outpatient treatment model and physician role.
Qualifications
Required
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
- Board Certified Psychiatrist
- Unrestricted Georgia medical license (or ability to obtain)
- DEA registration
- Ability to supervise Advanced Practice Providers under Georgia law
Preferred
- Experience treating serious mental illness
- Experience with Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Experience working within community behavioral health
- Experience supervising Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants
The underlying position description also identifies graduation from an accredited medical school recognized by the Georgia Composite Medical Board and licensure to practice medicine in Georgia, with MAT experience preferred.
Why Choose Pathways Center?
Practice Medicine That Matters
At Pathways Center, physicians have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on individuals, families, and communities while working alongside an experienced team of behavioral health professionals.
You'll Enjoy:
✓ Leadership opportunity supervising Advanced Practice Providers
✓ Collaborative interdisciplinary treatment teams
✓ Integrated behavioral healthcare model
✓ Opportunity to expand Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) services
✓ Meaningful community impact
✓ Modern electronic health record
✓ Stable, mission-driven public behavioral healthcare organization
Outstanding Benefits
Pathways Center offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support you professionally and personally.
Health & Retirement
- State of Georgia Medical Benefits Program
- State of Georgia Flexible Benefits Program
- Generous employer 401(k) contribution
- Comprehensive insurance options
Time Away From Work
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 14 Paid Holidays annually
- Work-life balance
Professional Growth
- Leadership opportunities
- Continuing professional development
- Collaborative physician leadership environment
National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Opportunity
Both our Newnan Outpatient Clinic and Carrollton Outpatient Clinic are National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Certified Community Mental Health Centers.
Eligible physicians may qualify for substantial federal student loan repayment through the NHSC Loan Repayment Program while serving patients in these underserved communities.
This position offers an exceptional opportunity to build a rewarding career while significantly reducing educational debt.
Why Newnan & Carrollton?
Located just west of Atlanta, Newnan and Carrollton offer:
- Outstanding quality of life
- Excellent public and private schools
- Historic downtown districts
- Growing healthcare communities
- Easy access to Atlanta
- Affordable housing
- Beautiful parks, trails, and recreational opportunities
Join Our Team
If you are a compassionate psychiatrist who values collaboration, leadership, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with behavioral health needs, we invite you to explore a career with Pathways Center.
Help us fulfill our mission of providing accessible, high-quality behavioral healthcare while leading the next generation of behavioral health providers.
Apply today and become part of a team that is transforming behavioral healthcare across West Georgia.
EEO
Pathways Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference.
Minimum Qualifications:
Medical degree recognized by the Georgia Composite Medical Board (GCMB) AND licensure or license-eligible to practice medicine at a state institution or in the state of Georgia as provided by state law AND Two years of experience at the lower level Physician 2 (HCP161) or position equivalent.Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.