Psychiatrist - Child & Adolescent - 1099 Contractor (Virtual) - New Jersey

Lyra Health • New Jersey, NJ

22h • Remote

About The Position

Lyra Clinical Associates partners with Lyra Health, a provider of evidence-based mental health care. The psychiatrist will be contracted by Lyra Clinical Associates and join Lyra’s network of in-person and virtual therapists, physicians, and coaches. Lyra provides matching technology, a provider platform, and opportunities for training and clinical consultation, while helping with patient scheduling and referrals.

The contract psychiatrist will provide whole-person, whole-family mental health care to children, adolescents, young adults, and families from varied backgrounds and with differing needs and abilities. Care is delivered virtually through live 60-minute video intake appointments and regular follow-ups. The psychiatrist conducts psychiatric evaluations and provides medication management, with the ability to refer patients to Lyra therapy and coaching services. Care should be evidence-based, culturally responsive, accessible, and patient-centered.

Requirements

• Board-certified or board-eligible Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist.
• Active license in at least one state.
• Computer and live-video tools literacy, such as Zoom, Google Meet, Doxy.me, or Skype.
• Demonstrated family engagement skills and experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults.
• Commitment to and familiarity with JCAHO guidelines, and competency practicing within an accredited framework to ensure safety, quality, and compliance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience providing telehealth therapy services in a virtual environment, including video and teletherapy; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, formulate accurate diagnoses, and create individualized treatment plans appropriate to each developmental stage.
• Use evidence-based treatment techniques and medication management strategies for conditions such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, and mood disorders, ensuring safe and appropriate interventions.
• Engage families collaboratively by educating them about mental health, involving them in care planning, and guiding supportive measures at home.
• Conduct virtual psychiatric sessions and use technology to maintain regular communication with members and families.
• Participate in team meetings, contribute to collaborative care planning, and provide consultative support to team members.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of assessments, care plans, and progress notes; use data analytics to assess outcomes and improve care quality.
• Comply with regulatory and quality standards, pursue ongoing professional development, and practice ethically and in a patient-centered manner.

Benefits

• Set your own schedule with no minimum-hours requirement.
• Paperless billing and quick payment turnaround to reduce administrative billing burden.
• Access to a custom-built calendar for connecting with new patients.
• Access to experienced clinical consultations and specialty group consultation meetings.
• 24/7 Care Navigation team for client crisis support.

What This Job Offers

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