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Weekend Psychiatrists primarily provide psychiatric assessments, medication management, crisis intervention, and ongoing patient support during weekend hours, often in hospital, clinic, or telehealth settings. They may handle more acute cases due to limited weekend resources and occasionally consult with other medical staff or emergency teams. Challenges can include managing high patient volumes, addressing urgent mental health needs, and coordinating care with limited onsite staff. However, this role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact and often includes flexible scheduling to balance work-life needs. Collaboration and adaptability are key to success in this unique weekend role.

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In psychiatry, subspecialties such as forensic psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, and consultation-liaison psychiatry tend to have higher earning potential due to specialized skills and demand. Psychiatrists working in private practice or in high-demand urban areas often earn more, especially those with board certification and extensive experience. Overall, subspecialty training and geographic location significantly influence income levels for psychiatrists.

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A Weekend Psychiatrist is a licensed medical professional who provides psychiatric care exclusively on weekends. They assess, diagnose, and treat patients with mental health conditions through therapy, medication management, or both. This role is ideal for psychiatrists seeking part-time work, flexibility, or supplemental income. Weekend Psychiatrists often work in hospitals, clinics, or telehealth settings to support patients who need care outside regular weekday hours.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Psychiatrist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $259,497 per year, or $124.8 per hour.

Part-time Weekend Psychiatrist Position| W2 | Turning Point Behavioral | Moultrie, GA

Universal Health Services

Moultrie, GA • On-site

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Posted 7 days ago

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6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 253 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

493rd of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Opportunity Details
Position Title: Part-time Weekend General or Addiction Psychiatrist
Location: Moultrie, GA
Turning Point is one of the largest behavioral health systems in South Georgia allowing patients to transition between levels of care. Turning Point offers a full continuum of programs for adults with psychiatric and chemical dependency treatment issues. Treatment programs combine bio-psychosocial therapy with the 12-step recovery philosophy.
Position Overview:
  • Role: General Psychiatrist comfortable with Substance Abuse/Dual Diagnosis or Addiction Psychiatrist
  • Patient Population: Adult Dual Diagnosis/ Substance Abuse
  • Schedule: Saturday and Sunday onsite 10 hour shifts - 20 hours per week
  • Employment Type: Employed part-time onsite, pro-rated benefits, W2
  • Daily caseload - up to 20 patients per day
  • Additional earnings potential: Extra call options and Productivity Bonus Plan.
  • EMR: Cerner
Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct admission evaluations, develop treatment plans, and provide ongoing treatment follow-up for adult patients.
  • Participate in daily treatment team meetings.
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care.
  • Complete required patient documentation and notes in accordance with facility guidelines.
Position Highlights:
  • Employed Part-time 10 hour shifts Saturday and Sunday
  • Fully staffed Medical Staff Services office providing administrative support.
  • Opportunity to work with residents through Georgia South Psychiatric Residency and medical students with PCOM-South Georgia campus.
  • Collegial work environment with other psychiatrists, NPs, PAs, therapists and nurses.
  • Pro-rated part-time benefits package
Qualifications:
  • Education: M.D./D.O. with Board Eligibility/Certification in General Psychiatry or Addiction Psychiatry
  • Training: Successful completion of an accredited General Psychiatry residency. Experience with Substance Abuse and Dual Diagnosis populations required.
  • Licensure: Georgia medical license and DEA in good standing or eligibility to obtain it.

About Turning Point Care Center and UHS:
For more than 40 years, Turning Point Care Center has provided a place of healing and hope to adults who suffer from behavioral health disorders and/or substance abuse. We are committed to providing quality behavioral health care through our inpatient and outpatient gender specific programs in Moultrie, GA. Our serene, rural setting gives patients a secure environment where they can build their foundation for lifelong recovery. We believe in creating healthy communities, which start with healthy individuals, linked through sound relationships to their families, friends, neighbors and peers.
Psychiatrists who join UHS benefit from the strength of a Fortune 500 healthcare organization with a nationwide network of acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, and outpatient programs. This scale provides unmatched stability, consistent patient volume, and the reassurance of working with a trusted industry leader.
About Moultrie, GA
Centrally located in South Georgia, our facility is 30 minutes from I-75, 1.5 hours north of Tallahassee, FL, 3 hours south of Atlanta, GA, and 2.5 hours west of Jacksonville, FL. Our employees reside in Moultrie or surrounding communities including Albany, Tifton, Thomasville, and Valdosta, GA. Moultrie, GA, the "city of southern living" and is a family-oriented community offers small-town living with good schools, beautiful surroundings, warm climate and reasonable cost of living. Moultrie offers easy access to the Atlantic coast and beaches of the Gulf coast.
Explore this rewarding opportunity by applying directly or contacting the In-House Physician Recruiter contact below.
Victoria Miller | In-house Physician Recruiter | Victoria.Miller@uhsinc.com | Cell (440) 361-1078
Universal Health Services, Inc. | UHS of Delaware, Inc. | 367 South Gulph Road, King of Prussia, PA 19406 | www.uhsinc.com.
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Universal Health Services (UHS) is a major player in the healthcare industry, based in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, U.S. Founded in 1978, UHS offers hospital and healthcare services. Their diverse services range from acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. The company's mission of enhancing the health and well-being of their patients is reflected in their commitment to 'Helping Individuals Live Longer, Healthier and Happier Lives'. Universal Health Services' consistent growth and success in their industry have been recognized on numerous occasions, including being ranked amongst the Fortune 500 list of largest companies.

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