Psychiatry, Part-Time Psychiatrist

Psychiatrist Position At 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.

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

Direct Patient Care

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

Schedule & Work Environment

This is a part-time role with availability to work hours that work for you

Flexible scheduling options available

Hybrid and telehealth opportunities may be available

Administrative support provided

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive compensation package ($180-$200/hr for W2)

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.

Meridian Counseling