About this opportunity
Meridian Counseling lists this Psychiatrist - Part-Time (20 Hours) opportunity in san diego, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
About this position
About Meridian Counseling
Meridian Counseling is committed to providing accessible, compassionate, and evidence-based behavioral health services. Our multidisciplinary team values collaboration, clinical excellence, and whole‑person care while fostering a supportive environment for both clients and providers. Learn more at
Position Overview
Meridian Counseling is seeking a compassionate, collaborative, and clinically skilled Psychiatrist to join our growing behavioral health team. This role combines direct patient psychiatric care with clinical collaboration and mentorship for a team of Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs), 103 NP classification nurses governed by AB890.
The Psychiatrist will work closely under the guidance of the Medical Director to support high-quality psychiatric care, clinical best practices, provider development, and interdisciplinary collaboration across the organization. This position offers the opportunity to help shape psychiatric programming within a supportive and mission‑driven outpatient mental health practice.
This role also includes the potential for profit‑sharing opportunities based on organizational and provider performance.
Responsibilities
Conduct psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and medication management services for outpatient clients
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
Monitor medication effectiveness, side effects, and treatment outcomes
Collaborate with therapists
Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with organizational, legal, and ethical standards
Provide crisis intervention and risk assessments as clinically indicated
PMHNP Collaboration & Clinical Support
Provide clinical consultation, mentorship, and support to a team of PMHNP (103 NPs)
Assist with complex diagnostic clarification and medication management cases
Support evidence‑based prescribing practices and clinical quality initiatives
Participate in case consultation meetings and peer collaboration discussions
Help promote consistency in clinical standards, workflows, and psychiatric best practices
Serve as a clinical resource for psychiatric providers regarding treatment planning and patient care concerns
Leadership & Organizational Collaboration
Work collaboratively under the direction of the Medical Director
Participate in psychiatric department meetings, policy development, and quality improvement initiatives
Support organizational growth, provider retention, and clinical excellence initiatives
Assist in the development of psychiatric protocols, training materials, and clinical guidance when appropriate
Qualifications
Required
MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
Board Certified and/or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
Active and unrestricted California medical license
DEA license and ability to prescribe controlled substances
Experience providing outpatient psychiatric medication management
Strong interpersonal, leadership, and collaborative communication skills
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment
Preferred
Experience collaborating with or supervising Advanced Practice Providers (PMHNPs)
Experience in community mental health or outpatient behavioral health settings
Familiarity with telehealth psychiatric care
Interest in leadership, program development, and provider mentorship
This is a part‑time role requiring an average of 20 hours weekly, with the expectation to expand into a full‑time position as the practice grows.
Flexible scheduling options available
Hybrid and telehealth opportunities may be available
Administrative support provided
Flexible work environment
Administrative and clinical support
Professional collaboration within a multidisciplinary behavioral health team
Opportunity for leadership growth and organizational impact
Note: This job description serves as a general guide and may be subject to change based on Meridian’s needs and industry developments. Specific duties and requirements may vary depending on the nature of the clinical services provided.
Salary Information
$180 - $200 hourly wage
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Worksite address
san diego, CA, 92189, US
Who can apply
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