Lifepoint Health

Psychiatrist - Faculty | Great care lives here

Muscle Shoals, AL

full-time
Inpatient and outpatient

Psychiatry Core Faculty Position in Muscle Shoals, AL | Newly Established ACGME Residency Program

Your Healing Mission Matters

As Psychiatry Faculty with North Alabama Shoals Hospital in Muscle Shoals, AL, you will be inspired by the community you serve as a valuable member of the Lifepoint Health team, a nationally recognized healthcare organization centered on caring with a local heart for the communities we serve. You'll contribute to our positive, collaborative work environment as a culture champion while having access to the staff, resources and technologies you need to impact patient care. You'll find yourself in a work environment where what truly matters is achievable - from your career goals to your own well-being.

Position Details:

* Teach and mentor residents and medical students in our newly established ACGME-accredited Psychiatric Residency Program.
* Provide clinical care in a diverse psychiatric setting.
* Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient care.
* J1 visa sponsorship available.
* Post-residency/fellowship experience preferred but not required.

• All fellowship subspecialties welcome to apply.

Our Compensation Package Can Include:

* Competitive base salary plus worked relative value unit (wRVU) production bonus
* Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
* Paid time off and retirement plan
* Comprehensive health and well-being benefits
* Student loan repayment assistance
* Early-commitment residency stipend
* Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and days
* Paid professional liability and malpractice coverage
* Marketing and practice growth assistance

About Our Hospital and Health System

North Alabama Shoals Hospital is a 178-bed hospital located in Muscle Shoals, AL, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast.

About the Community

Muscle Shoals is a vibrant riverfront city situated on the banks of the Tennessee River in northwest Alabama. With a rich cultural heritage and a dynamic arts and music scene, Muscle Shoals offers something for everyone. The city hosts the renowned W.C. Handy Music Festival and provides access to world-class bass fishing, golf, and abundant outdoor recreation. Its small-town charm is complemented by modern amenities, excellent schools, and a welcoming community. Muscle Shoals is conveniently located just 1 hour west of Huntsville, 2 hours north of Birmingham, and 2 hours south of Nashville, offering the perfect balance of convenience and quality of life.

North Alabama Shoals Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. NASH is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Location Insights

  • A

    Public Schools

  • A

    Overall

  • A-

    Access to Parks

  • A-

    Cost of Living

  • B+

    Access to Outdoor Activities

  • B-

    Access to Restaurants

  • Total Population

    16,334

  • Median Rent

    $957

  • Median Home Value

    $183,900

  • Median Income

    $70,493

Posted October 18, 2025