Outpatient Psychiatrist (F-ACT)

Job Description

Job Description

Outpatient Psychiatrist

Phoenix, AZ

Outpatient Psychiatrist for Forensic Assertive Community Treatment (F-ACT)
Our organization is recognized as a prominent leader in the healthcare sector within the Phoenix region, known for exceptional leadership, innovation, and commitment to the patients and communities we serve. We are among the largest physician groups in the Valley, comprising over 450 dedicated physicians and advanced practice providers, supported by approximately 100 skilled administrative and professional staff.

We are currently seeking an outpatient Attending Psychiatrist to join our adult F-ACT team, which operates from a newly established outpatient clinic located on the campus of the Valleywise Behavioral & Mental Health Center, an inpatient psychiatric facility with an emergency department in Maryvale, AZ. The ACT program delivers comprehensive services to individuals with serious mental illness (SMI) who have insurance coverage. Our teams provide thorough, community-based treatment for those facing significant challenges.

About the Role

This is a full-time position within a multidisciplinary, recovery-focused care team that serves up to 100 patients , ensuring manageable caseloads and highly individualized treatment. The team consists of:

• Psychiatrist

• Clinical Coordinator

• Two Nurses

• Medical Assistant

• Case Management Specialists

• Peer Support Specialist

• Education & Employment Specialist

• Substance Use Specialist

• Housing Specialist

• Two Administrative Team Members

This collaborative framework and limited caseloads facilitate personalized, patient-centered, and recovery-oriented services.

Academic & Teaching Opportunities

This position includes a faculty appointment (for qualified candidates) with both the Creighton University School of Medicine - Phoenix and the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix .

Teaching is a vital aspect of this role and encompasses:

• Supervision and education of PGY-3 and PGY-4 Adult Psychiatry Residents

• Mentorship and instruction of medical students

• Active participation in an academic clinical setting

This opportunity is ideal for candidates looking to blend clinical practice with medical education and academic involvement.

Qualifications

• MD, DO, or equivalent degree

• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Psychiatry, with an Arizona license required prior to employment

Working Conditions

Our organization is committed to fostering a positive work environment through employee recognition, teamwork, competitive compensation, mentoring, and comprehensive benefits, which include:

• A robust healthcare package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage - available DAY ONE

• A generous 401(k) plan with employer matching, increasing annually up to 6%

• Four weeks of paid time off plus 10 paid holidays

• One week of paid CME time off with a $4,000 allowance

• Paid Sick Time

• Employer-covered malpractice insurance

• and additional benefits

We invite interested candidates to submit their CV for consideration.

EOE