Psychiatrist (MD/DO) - Remote
About The Position
BetterHelp is hiring a remote Psychiatrist (MD/DO) to provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care through its telemedicine platform. The role supports access to mental healthcare for patients who may face barriers to finding an available provider covered by insurance. BetterHelp supports credentialing, payer enrollment, and platform operations, and providers collaborate with its network of licensed therapists while making clinical decisions independently in accordance with applicable state telehealth laws, regulations, and professional standards. This is a flexible, part-time independent contractor (1099) opportunity. Estimated effective hourly earnings are $119–$242, based on modeled assumptions; this is not a guaranteed rate, wage, or salary, and actual earnings vary. All patient care is delivered remotely through BetterHelp’s telehealth platform.
Requirements
- At least one year of experience as a licensed Psychiatrist.
- An active medical license (MD/DO) in good standing.
- Experience prescribing medication when clinically appropriate and permitted by applicable state law.
- Confidence using technology and online tools to deliver virtual care.
- Strong communication skills and a patient-centered approach.
- Medical license required.
Nice To Haves
- Previous telemedicine experience.
- Active medical licenses in multiple states.
- Fluency in additional languages.
Responsibilities
- Conduct video consultations and communicate with patients through telemedicine.
- Assess, screen, and diagnose patients, and prescribe medication when clinically appropriate and permitted by applicable state law.
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on each patient’s needs.
- Coordinate treatment planning and care delivery with BetterHelp’s network of licensed therapists.
- Deliver empathetic, high-quality care while upholding BetterHelp’s clinical and service standards.
- Share feedback with BetterHelp’s product, engineering, and operations teams to help improve the provider and patient experience.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling
- Competitive estimated effective hourly earnings of $119–$242, which are illustrative and not guaranteed
- Support with credentialing and enrollment with multiple health plans
- Remote work
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
