Psychiatrist - 1099 Contractor - Elkton, Maryland

Lyra Health • Elkton, MD

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Lyra Clinical Associates partners with Lyra Health, a leading provider of evidence-based mental health care, serving millions globally. Lyra is transforming access to life-changing mental health care through Lyra Empower, an integrated, AI-powered platform. You will be contracted by Lyra Clinical Associates. Lyra’s provider network includes in-person and virtual therapists, physicians, and coaches across the US. We are looking for contract psychiatrists passionate about whole-person, whole family mental health care and working within a connected network to provide patients with easily accessible, culturally responsive, high-quality mental health care. As a contract psychiatrist, you’ll provide evidence-based treatment via live 60-minute video intake appointments and regular follow-up appointments. You'll conduct psychiatric evaluations and provide medication management. Lyra facilitates referrals to evidence-based therapy and coaching services. You will provide care to individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences, with varying needs and abilities, delivering culturally-responsive care.

Requirements

• Board certified MD or DO in psychiatry
• Unrestricted state license
• Strong preference for clinicians with an active DEA license
• Must have office space with ability to see clients in Elkton
• Ability to provide care to patients with a full range of diagnoses, clinical complexity, and severity levels, with a preference for providers who offer in-person options
• Full-time resident of the United States

Nice To Haves

• Providers who offer in-person options

Responsibilities

• Practice comprehensive mental health medication management via a 60-minute intake appointment and regular follow-up appointments
• Conduct mental health risk assessments, psychiatric medication evaluations, and longitudinal medication treatment
• Construct patient-centered treatment plans, document treatment recommendations, message patients, and prescribe and manage psychiatric medications
• Experience and commitment to providing, evidence-based medication treatment that follows clinical best practice guidelines (e.g., measurement based care, patient-centered care)

Benefits

• Set your own schedule without a minimum hours requirement
• Focus less on the administrative burden of billing with Lyra’s paperless billing and quick payment turnaround
• Access to a custom-built calendar for new patients to connect seamlessly
• Access to experienced clinical consultations to get rapid support with your patients
• Have peace of mind with Lyra’s 24/7 Care Navigation team for client crisis support

What This Job Offers

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