Outpatient Psychiatrist (Independent Contractor)

Auberle•McKeesport, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Auberle is seeking an independent-contractor Outpatient Psychiatrist for its Outpatient Wellness and Counseling program, which provides trauma-informed, evidence-based mental health and substance use services. The program offers therapy, psychiatric medication management, and case coordination to support holistic, client-centered care. The psychiatrist provides weekly supervision and consultative support to clinical staff, completes psychiatric assessments for youth and adults—including children as young as five—and submits evaluations within 48 hours. The position oversees medication regimens for a caseload of 30–50 clients, monitors side effects, and maintains accurate medication notes and other treatment documentation within clinical and regulatory timelines. The psychiatrist also collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to develop integrated care plans, participates in team meetings, and coordinates care regularly. The position is primarily located in McKeesport and Downtown Pittsburgh, with regular travel and attendance at scheduled trainings, meetings, and events at Auberle’s Main Campus in McKeesport. The contractor commitment is a minimum of 14 hours per week, with a flexible schedule.

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) from an accredited medical school.
Completion of a four-year psychiatry residency program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or equivalent.
Current DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances.
Act 33/34 and FBI clearances.
Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license, vehicle, vehicle registration, and proof of insurance.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and problem-solve with minimal supervision.
Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with clients, staff, and external partners.

Nice To Haves

Board certification or eligibility for certification by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN).

Responsibilities

Offer weekly supervision and consultative support to clinical staff.
Provide timely clinical guidance and document it according to agency standards.
Complete thorough psychiatric assessments for youth and adults, including children as young as five.
Submit psychiatric evaluations within 48 hours.
Oversee safe and effective medication regimens for a caseload of 30–50 clients.
Monitor medication side effects and maintain accurate medication notes.
Deliver care across mental health services.
Maintain treatment documentation in line with clinical and regulatory timelines.
Work with a multidisciplinary team to develop integrated, client-centered care plans.
Participate in team meetings and coordinate care regularly.
Travel regularly between work locations and attend scheduled trainings, meetings, and other events at the Main Campus in McKeesport.