Outpatient Psychiatrist (Adult)

Job Description Job Title: Outpatient Psychiatrist (Adult) Location: Northern California Position Overview A community-based behavioral health organization is seeking a dedicated Outpatient Psychiatrist to provide high-quality psychiatric care to adult patients in an outpatient setting. This role offers a structured schedule, manageable patient volume, and dedicated administrative time to support thorough, patient-centered care. Job Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations (60 minutes for new patients) Provide ongoing medication management and follow-up care (30 minutes per visit) Develop and implement individualized treatment plans Diagnose and treat a range of psychiatric conditions including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and other serious mental illnesses Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including therapists, case managers, and social workers Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record Participate in care coordination and discharge planning as needed Schedule & Workflow Outpatient adult population (18) Structured visit times: New evaluations: 60 minutes Follow-ups: 30 minutes Dedicated documentation time: 1 hour daily Typical schedule: Monday–Friday, daytime hours No call required Qualifications MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry Active California medical license (or ability to obtain) DEA license required Experience in outpatient or community mental health preferred Strong clinical, communication, and organizational skills Skills Ability to manage a diverse adult patient population Strong diagnostic and medication management skills Team-oriented approach to patient care Efficient documentation and time management Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care Additional Highlights Structured schedule with built-in documentation time Supportive, team-based environment Opportunity to work in a well-established outpatient program