Contract Psychiatrist

GLOBAL OUTREACH TELEREHABILITATION

57d • $120 - $175 • Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a highly experienced and mission-driven Psychiatrist to join our specialized mental health network as a 1099 independent contractor. This critical role serves a dual purpose: providing direct, expert psychiatric care to veterans and providing clinical supervision to a dedicated team of Nurse Practitioners (NPs) serving the same population. The ideal candidate is a leader, clinician, and collaborator who is deeply comfortable managing complex psychiatric conditions, including high-risk presentations.

Requirements

• Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited institution.
• Board Certification in Psychiatry.
• Active, unrestricted medical license in your state of residence and eligibility for licensure in multiple states (as required).
• Active DEA registration.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-residency experience practicing psychiatry.
• Minimum of 2 years of demonstrated experience treating veteran, active-duty, or military-connected populations.
• Proven experience and skill in managing high-acuity patients, including advanced competency in suicide risk assessment and mitigation.
• Formal experience providing clinical supervision to mid-level providers (NPs/PAs).
• Experience with trauma-informed care and pharmacotherapy for PTSD.
• Must carry own professional liability insurance (malpractice) with minimum coverage of 1M/1M/3M.

Nice To Haves

• Prior military service or experience working within the VA/DoD system.
• Added qualifications or significant experience in Addiction Psychiatry.
• Experience with telepsychiatry platforms and hybrid care models.
• Training in evidence-based psychotherapies (e.g., CBT, CPT).

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments for veterans.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized medication management plans.
• Provide brief supportive therapy and psychoeducation integrated with pharmacotherapy.
• Demonstrate expertise in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of suicidality, self-harm ideation, and complex trauma (PTSD).
• Manage psychiatric comorbidities common in veteran populations (e.g., PTSD, MDD, Anxiety, TBI, Substance Use Disorders).
• Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in our secure EHR.
• Provide scheduled, structured clinical supervision to a team of Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs).
• Review cases, provide guidance on diagnosis, treatment planning, and pharmacologic interventions.
• Ensure adherence to best practices, clinical guidelines, and organizational protocols, particularly regarding risk management.
• Support the professional development and competency of the NP team in veteran-centric care.
• Be available for urgent clinical consultation to the NP team as needed.
• Collaborate with the clinical leadership team on program development and quality improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Highly Competitive Compensation: A substantial hourly or per-session rate commensurate with this senior, dual-role position PAID supervision per NP on team.
• Flexible Schedule: Ability to set your own clinical and supervision hours.
• Administrative Burden Removed: We handle client onboarding, billing, insurance, and marketing.
• Supportive Infrastructure: Access to a secure EHR, teletherapy platform, and IT support.
• Focused Mission: Lead and contribute to a program dedicated exclusively to veteran mental health.
• Collaborative Environment: Connect with a network of dedicated therapists and clinicians.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree