Job description
This is a remote position.
Psychiatrist Pod Lead (Remote – Full-Time)
Location:Remote (U.S.)
Schedule:Flexible | 10 - 40 hours/week
Employment Type:W-2 or 1099
Reports To:Executive Medical Director
Overview
We’re expanding our behavioral health team and seeking aBoard-Certified Psychiatristfor the role ofPsychiatrist Pod Lead. This position combinesdirect telepsychiatry carewithclinical leadership, overseeing a team of psychiatric nurse practitioners within a collaborative care model.
You’ll provide expert psychiatric treatment for adults and older adults withserious mental illness (SMI), substance use disorders (SUD), and dementia, while mentoring a high-performing, multidisciplinary team.
This is afully remote role—we provide all equipment and administrative support to ensure seamless virtual practice.
Applicants must beboard-certified practicing psychiatrists. Non-psychiatrist applicants will not be considered.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a psychiatry pod of psychiatric nurse practitioners delivering high-quality, evidence-based care.
Conduct team huddles, case reviews, and supervision to ensure collaboration and adherence to best practices.
Provide psychiatric evaluations, treatment planning, medication management, and crisis intervention.
Collaborate with primary care providers and care management teams to support whole-person care.
Contribute to behavioral health program development and clinical process improvement.
Support recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing education of clinical team members.
Participate in a limited rotating on-call schedule (few times per year).
Requirements
Qualifications
MD or DOfrom an accredited medical school.
Board Certification in Adult Psychiatryrequired.
Must have Active medical license inFlorida and Texas
2+ years of leadership experiencesupervising psychiatric NPs or multidisciplinary behavioral health teams.
Experience intelepsychiatryand treating adults/seniors with complex behavioral health needs.
Additional board certifications (preferred):Geriatric, Addiction, or Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
Skills & Experience
Strong diagnostic and therapeutic skills in SMI, SUD, and geriatric psychiatry.
Proven leadership and mentoring ability.
Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Comfortable using virtual EHR systems and working remotely.
Benefits
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive base salary withperformance-based bonuses up to $300K with bonuses as a W2
Competitive Salary of $220-$230 an hour as a 1099
401(k)with up to3.5% match.
Low-cost health benefits(medical, dental, vision, life, STD).
Generous PTOand11 paid holidays(including flex days).
CME PTO and fundsfor professional development.
Full licensure and board certification reimbursement.
Comprehensiveadministrative and documentation support.
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Originally posted on Himalayas
Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.