Board Certified Psychiatrist (MD) Independent Contractor

Position Title: Board Certified Psychiatrist (MD) - Independent Contractor

Description: Behavioral Health Clinic is seeking a qualified board certified MD to provide comprehensive medical and psychiatric care to patients with mental health and co-occurring disorders. This role involves performing psychiatric evaluations prescribing and managing medications collaborating with a multidisciplinary treatment team and ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient-centered behavioral health care.

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution.

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry or Family Medicine with Behavioral Health experience.

• Valid and unrestricted state medical license.

• DEA certification for prescribing controlled substances.

• Current CPR/BLS certification.

• Minimum of 23 years of experience in behavioral health psychiatry or integrated care (preferred).

Overall Responsibilities:

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations diagnostic assessments and physical examinations for new and existing patients.

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans including pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions.

• Prescribe monitor and adjust medications as needed to achieve optimal therapeutic outcomes.

• Collaborate closely with psychiatrists psychologists therapists social workers and nursing staff to coordinate comprehensive patient care.

• Provide medical consultation with medical staff

• Maintain accurate timely and compliant documentation in electronic health records (EHR).

• Ensure all services meet ethical professional and regulatory standards including HIPAA and state behavioral health requirements.

• Stay up to date with developments in psychiatry psychopharmacology and behavioral health best practices.

Core Competencies:

• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.

• Knowledge of psychiatric medications and their interactions.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Compassionate patient-centered approach to care.

• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.

• Cultural competence and sensitivity to diverse patient populations.

Contract Details:

• Type: Independent Contractor (1099 status)

• Rate: Fee-for-service rate typically between $115 - $200 per hour dependent on services billed

• Schedule: Flexible; no on-call responsibilities

• Work Setting: Outpatient behavioral health clinic and/or telehealth

• Start Date: January 2026

* In accordance with legal requirements and company policies successful candidates for this position will be required to complete the form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification and Background Check as part of the onboarding process*