Telepsychiatrist - CA Licensed

We are currently seeking a Board-Certified Psychiatrist to join our diverse and seasoned group of Board-Certified Physicians. Our group provides a comprehensive model of care and services utilizing both onsite and telepsychiatry. We are not a placement company, but a medical group looking for providers who are passionate about providing the best patient care.

Alliance for Wellness (AFW) has established long-term partnerships with leading inpatient and outpatient hospitals and offers a unique opportunity to practice across a wide spectrum of healthcare settings, including Emergency Departments, psychiatric hospitals, general hospitals, and crisis stabilization units.

Summary

The Telemedicine Psychiatrist position will adhere to the main job description for Psychiatrist, but the telemedicine position will focus primarily on the responsibilities outlined below. All other duties, education, qualifications, and skills for Psychiatrist will apply to the position.

*In-Person Psychiatrist positions are also available.

RESPONSIBILITIES

(May vary depending on facility/company placement)

• Conduct telemedicine consultations to assess patients' medical and psychosocial needs via video or telephone while maintaining a professional and appropriate setting for video consultations.
• Assess patients by conducting psychiatric evaluations, including intake forms, interviews, medical histories, and observations to diagnose patients.
• Prescribe and administer medications according to diagnosis. Physicians will not prescribe controlled substances or narcotics scheduled by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and shall operate subject to applicable law.
• Provide medical guidance to onsite nursing staff and physician-to-physician consultation in the Emergency Department, patient floors, and ambulatory telepsychiatry settings.
• Refer patients to specialists and relevant patient care services as appropriate.
• Maintain collaborative working relationships with onsite medical providers engaged in inpatient care.
• Document patient interactions, diagnoses, treatment plans, and related information within the hospital EMR.
• Primarily support Crisis Stabilization Units (CSU), with occasional consultations from Emergency Departments or other partner hospital settings.
• Support Alliance for Wellness partner hospitals throughout Southern California.

Position Details

• 100% Telepsychiatry
• 12-hour shifts
• Up to 6 consults per shift
• Shifts and Rate Available
• AM Shift (7AM to 7PM): $1,600 per 12-hour shift
• PM Shift (7PM to 7AM): $1,800 per 12-hour shift
• Minimum availability of 8 shifts per month (2 shifts per week) – highly preferred
• 1099 Independent Contractor
• Must be available for both phone and video consultations.

Qualifications

• Must have an active California medical license.
• Must be Board Certified in Psychiatry OR have completed the Board Certification examination and be awaiting results.
• Excellent bedside manner and communication skills.
• Experience navigating multiple EMR systems.
• Strong technical skills and experience with secure video conferencing.
• Comfortable with technology and experienced with telehealth.
• Comfortable working independently.
• Must be available for both phone and video appointments.

Why Join Our Team

• Collaborative team approach to patient care.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Clinical autonomy with excellent support.
• Paid occurrence-based malpractice coverage.
• Opportunity to work with an established physician-led psychiatric group.
• Flexible telepsychiatry schedule with both AM and PM shifts available.

If you feel your experience and dedication to excellence align with ours, please send your CV directly to: jrey@alliancewell.com