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Northern Light Health

$300 - $310/hr

Adult Psychiatry Residency Program Preceptor - 95519 Northern Light Acadia Hospital |US:ME:Bangor or Hybrid | Physicians | Full Time Description Northern Light Acadia Hospital in Bangor, Maine is ...

Mountain Area Health Education Center

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## Program Director of Psychiatry Residency Program, Adult/Child Psychiatrist - Linville, NCApplytime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 7 Days Agojob requisition id: R3539# UNC Health Appalachian, a ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for psychiatry residency in the United States is $259,497.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $212,000.00 and $317,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a psychiatry residency?

A Psychiatry Residency is a graduate medical training program that prepares physicians to specialize in diagnosing, treating, and managing mental health disorders. Residents gain hands-on experience working with patients in various settings, including hospitals, outpatient clinics, and emergency departments. The program typically lasts four years and includes supervised clinical work, coursework, and research opportunities. Residents learn to assess psychiatric conditions, prescribe medications, and provide psychotherapy under the guidance of experienced psychiatrists. Successful completion of a residency is required to become a board-certified psychiatrist.

What is a typical work schedule like for a psychiatry resident?

Psychiatry Residents typically follow a structured schedule that involves a mix of outpatient clinics, inpatient units, consultation-liaison services, and didactic educational sessions. Shifts can vary depending on the rotation, with some on-call nights and weekend duties, especially during inpatient assignments. Residents generally work alongside interdisciplinary teams, including attending psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and nurses, which provides valuable collaborative experience. The demanding yet supportive environment ensures comprehensive clinical training and skill development across a wide range of psychiatric conditions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a psychiatry residency, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Psychiatry Residency, you need a medical degree (MD or DO), strong knowledge of psychiatric disorders, and excellent clinical assessment and diagnostic skills. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), standardized diagnostic tools, and licensure exams like the USMLE or COMLEX is essential. Compassion, resilience, cultural sensitivity, and outstanding communication abilities distinguish top residents. These qualifications are crucial for delivering effective, empathetic mental health care while working collaboratively in complex healthcare environments.

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Infographic showing various Psychiatry Residency job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 53% Full Time, and 47% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $259,497 per year, or $124.8 per hour.

General Psychiatry Residency Program Director

American Association of Directors of Psychiatric Residency Training

Gainesville, FL โ€ข On-site

$150 - $200/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Residency Program Director & Clinical Associate/Full Professor โ€“ Department of Psychiatry

Educator-first jobs (>= .2 FTE for teaching/supervising)

Application Deadline: December 31, 2026

The University of Florida Department of Psychiatry seeks an Associate or Full Professor to serve as full-time (1.0โ€ฏFTE) Residency Program Director for an ACGMEโ€‘accredited Psychiatry Residency Program. The program currently has approximately 49 residents, with plans to expand to 56, and involves training across all psychiatry and subspecialty areas. The Director will oversee program administration, teaching, scholarly activity, resident recruitment and selection, evaluation, promotion, discipline, supervision, and faculty development, ensuring alignment with ACGME Common and Programโ€‘Specific Requirements.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assign clinical rotations to ensure appropriate supervision and progressive responsibility.
  • Lead the annual program review process with the Program Evaluation Committee.
  • Evaluate the quality of clinical teaching units and didactic curriculum.
  • Support resident career planning and counseling.
  • Oversee candidate selection in alignment with GME Committee policies.
  • Assess resident performance and provide postโ€‘graduate training verification.
  • Supervise associate program directors, faculty, and staff.
  • Ensure compliance with all institutional, accrediting, and regulatory requirements.
  • Allocate a minimum of 0.50โ€ฏFTE for administrative program duties; the remainder of the time is devoted to clinical care, teaching, and research for funded investigators.
  • Prior experience working with residents and medical students is required. Crossโ€‘departmental collaboration and participation in interdisciplinary research are strongly encouraged.
Required Qualifications
  • M.D. or D.O. (or equivalent).
  • Board certification in Psychiatry (ABPN or AOBNP).
  • Eligibility for Florida medical licensure and UF Health medical staff appointment.
  • Fullโ€‘time commitment (1.0โ€ฏFTE) with at least .2โ€ฏFTE for teaching/supervising.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior teaching experience in a clinical, academic, or administrative role.
  • Previous role as Program Director or Associate Program Director for a residency or fellowship program.
  • Active scholarly activities within the last five years.
  • Demonstrated interest in academic psychiatry.
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills.
  • Leadership or administrative experience.
  • Strong written communication skills.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance plans.
  • Flexible spending accounts and wellness programs.
  • Life and longโ€‘term disability insurance.
  • Retirement savings plans with employer contributions.
  • Generous paid leave (vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days).
  • Eight weeks of paid parental and medical leave.
  • Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
  • Discounts on campus and local services and activities.
Application Process
  • Cover Letter outlining your interest and how your qualifications align with the required and preferred criteria.
  • Curriculum Vitae.
  • List of Three References with names and contact information.

To apply, please visit the University of Florida job portal and submit the required materials.

Contact Information

Aracelys Chang
HR Generalist III
chang.a@ufl.edu
1329 SW 16th Street
Gainesville, FL 32610

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