Psychiatrist (Full-time/Part-time/1099)

Nexus HR Services • San Leandro, CA

17d • $180 - $250

About The Position

Nexus HR is looking for a compassionate Psychiatrist to join a highly respected nonprofit mental health clinic in San Leandro, CA. This is a unique opportunity to practice psychiatry in a setting where access, equity, and patient care come first. We are looking for a provider who values collaboration, community service, and whole-person care. Whether you are seeking full-time work or part-time work (1-2 days per week), we are flexible and eager to support the right fit. You will provide compassionate, evidence-based care to a diverse patient population. This includes evaluating, diagnosing, and managing mental health conditions, creating individualized treatment p lans, prescribing medications, and working with a collaborative team of professionals to ensure patients receive holistic, wraparound care.

Requirements

• Board Certified (or Board Eligible) in Psychiatry, with at least one year of post-residency experience
• Completion of a Psychiatry Residency
• Active California Medical License (Medical Board of California or Osteopathic Medical Board)
• Current DEA certificate in good standing
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Comfort with EMR systems (training available)
• Malpractice insurance (if contracted as locum)
• Must be able to commit to at least 6 months, with preference for providers who can stay 1 year or longer
• Clinical caseload of up to 25 patients a day, with flexibility depending on schedule

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions, including prescribing and monitoring medications
• Develop and facilitate individualized medical treatment care plans to each patient’s needs, using therapy, medication, or a combination
• Develop a therapeutic relationship with clients
• Support patients in crisis: De-escalate psychiatric or emotional emergencies with compassion and professionalism
• Ensure accurate documentation: Complete clinical charting, treatment notes, and medication records in a timely manner
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team consisting of physicians, psychologists, mid-levels, social workers, medical assistants, and support staff
• May serve as a collaborating physician/clinical supervisor for psychiatric Nurse Practitioners as needed
• Incorporate principles and practices of modern clinical psychiatry, including abnormal psychology, diagnostic interviewing, community psychology, and community mental health
• Deliver care that is culturally sensitive and accessible to a diverse patient population

Benefits

• Mission-driven Nonprofit: Every patient you treat contributes to building a stronger, healthier community.
• Flexible Scheduling: Full-time preferred, but we welcome part-time providers (as little as 1-2 days/week).
• Supportive, integrated team: Work alongside MDs, NPs, and care staff.
• Impact-driven work: Provide care to underserved populations who otherwise lack access.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed