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Salma Health

Clinical Psychiatrist

Laguna Hills, CA · On-site

$450K - $550K/yr

We are seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Psychiatrist with expertise or strong interest in Interventional Psychiatry and Neuropsychiatry to join our growing clinical team. This physician ...

Salma Health

Clinical Psychiatrist

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$450K - $500K/yr

We are seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Psychiatrist with expertise or strong interest in Interventional Psychiatry and Neuropsychiatry to join our growing clinical team. This physician ...

Lancesoft INC

Hybrid Clinical Psychiatrist

Bronx, NY · On-site

$240K - $300K/yr

Clinical Psychiatrist Type: Full-time/part-time; permanent Direct hire Location: Bronx, NY Salary: $240,000.00/Yr. to $300,000.00/Yr. Job Summary: Department of Behavioral Health at Essen has ...

LifeStance Health

Clinical Psychiatrist

Columbia, SC

$261K - $359K/yr

We are actively looking to hire a talented Psychiatrist in the area, who is passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence. We offer Psychiatrists: * Competitive earnings package ...

Salma Health

Clinical Psychiatrist

La Jolla, CA · On-site

$450K - $500K/yr

We are seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Psychiatrist with expertise or strong interest in Interventional Psychiatry and Neuropsychiatry to join our growing clinical team. This physician ...

LifeStance Health

Clinical Psychiatrist

Columbia, SC

$261K - $359K/yr

We are actively looking to hire a talented Psychiatrist in the area, who is passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence. We offer Psychiatrists: * Competitive earnings package ...

LifeStance Health

Clinical Psychiatrist

Mount Pleasant, SC · On-site

$261K - $359K/yr

We are actively looking to hire a talented Psychiatrist in the area, who is passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence. We offer Psychiatrists: * Competitive earnings package ...

Lancesoft INC

Hybrid Clinical Psychiatrist

Bronx, NY · On-site

$240K - $300K/yr

Clinical Psychiatrist Type: Full-time/part-time; permanent Direct hire Location: Bronx, NY Salary: $240,000.00/Yr. to $300,000.00/Yr. Job Summary: Department of Behavioral Health at Essen has ...

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How much do clinical psychiatrist jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for clinical psychiatrist in the United States is $83.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37.50 and $120.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a clinical psychiatrist?

A clinical psychiatrist works with patients who have mental health disorders. Job duties include ordering tests, prescribing medicine, and consulting with other medical professionals. As a clinical psychiatrist, you may also counsel patients through mental problems. A clinical psychiatrist usually works in a hospital or a private medical office. In this career, you work directly with patients and must be able to handle stressful situations in a calm way.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a clinical psychiatrist?

To thrive as a Clinical Psychiatrist, you need a medical degree, board certification in psychiatry, and comprehensive knowledge of mental health disorders and treatment modalities. Familiarity with diagnostic tools (such as DSM-5), electronic health records, and psychopharmacology is essential. Strong interpersonal skills, active listening, and cultural sensitivity help build trust and rapport with diverse patients. These competencies are critical for delivering effective, ethical, and patient-centered mental health care.

What are some common challenges clinical psychiatrists face when working as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team?

Clinical Psychiatrists often collaborate closely with psychologists, social workers, nurses, and primary care physicians to provide comprehensive mental health care. A common challenge in this environment is ensuring effective communication and coordination among team members, particularly when managing complex patient cases that require input from multiple specialties. Additionally, balancing differing perspectives on treatment plans while advocating for the most appropriate psychiatric interventions can be demanding. However, these collaborations also offer valuable opportunities to learn from other disciplines and enhance patient outcomes.

What is the difference between Clinical Psychiatrist vs Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner?

AspectClinical PsychiatristPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner
CredentialsMedical degree (MD or DO), Psychiatry residency, State medical licenseMaster's or Doctoral degree in nursing, Nurse Practitioner certification, State nursing license
Work EnvironmentHospitals, private practices, clinics, mental health facilitiesOutpatient clinics, hospitals, community health centers
Roles & ResponsibilitiesDiagnose, treat, prescribe medication, provide psychotherapyAssess, diagnose, prescribe medication, provide therapy under supervision

While both Clinical Psychiatrists and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners work in mental health settings and can prescribe medication, Clinical Psychiatrists have medical degrees and extensive training in diagnosis and treatment, including medication management. Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners typically have nursing backgrounds and work under supervision, focusing on patient assessment and therapy. Understanding these differences helps patients choose the right mental health professional for their needs.

What does a clinical psychiatrist do?

A clinical psychiatrist diagnoses and treats mental health disorders through assessments, therapy, and medication management. They work in healthcare settings, collaborating with patients to develop treatment plans and monitor progress, often requiring medical licensing and specialized training in psychiatry.
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Infographic showing various Clinical Psychiatrist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $172,752 per year, or $83.1 per hour.

Clinical Psychiatrist

Mid-Columbia Center for Living

The Dalles, OR • On-site

Contractor

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Working Title: Clinical Psychiatrist
Employment Type: Contract
Program: Integrated Care Team(Working within Community Mental Health, ECS, Children's and Adult Behavioral Health Outpatient Programs)
Report to: Clinic Manager and Medical Director
Pay Range: Negotiable per contract
Benefits: Negotiable per contract
Location: On-site(not eligible for remote work), The Dalles and Hood River, Oregon (Subject to work in Hood River, Wasco, and Sherman Counties)
Hours/FTE: 1.0 FTE(37.5 hours/week) Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
The Clinical Psychiatrist provides professional, comprehensive psychiatric services to a diverse population of patients in a community-based behavioral healthcare clinic setting. The Clinical Psychiatrist diagnoses and treats a wide variety of health concerns and provides consultation on a client's emotional, behavioral, and psychological state which may impact mental health, substance use disorder, and intellectual/developmental disabilities of patients. This position works independently and in collaboration with others to provide patient care.
Mid-Columbia Center for Living (MCCFL) is a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) that specializes in providing services that are both trauma-informed and recovery-oriented to persons / consumers with mental illness and addictions. Trauma-informed care includes safety, choice, collaboration, trustworthiness, cultural responsivity, and empowerment for both clients and staff. MCCFL serves Hood River, Wasco, and Sherman Counties and utilizes a consumer-involved, consumer-engaged, and consumer-driven model. MCCFL provides a whole-person care approach to adults and children to address both physical and mental health needs. MCCFL offers a variety of programs including a mobile crisis unit, intensive case management, ongoing counseling, community support, supported employment, jail diversion, hospital discharges, hearings, and more.
What you'll need: Any combination of education, licensure, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the position's essential responsibilities. This includes:
  • Graduation from an accredited school of medicine with completion of an approved psychiatric residency.
  • Possession of a valid license to practice medicine in Oregon through the Oregon Medical Board, including unrestricted DEA registration.
  • Board Certification or board-eligible psychiatrist with the ability to become certified within one year of hire is required.
  • Must pass all criminal history check requirements as required by ORS 181.536-181.537 and in accordance with OAR 407-007-0200 to 407-007-0370.
  • Must possess a valid Oregon or Washington Driver's license, maintain an acceptable driving record, and be insurable for Agency travel between clinic/treatment locations, meetings and/or trainings. A proven, reliable alternate mode of transportation may be acceptable.
What you'll do:
  • Determine, establish and administer overall treatment programs for patients as part of an integrated team - this may include family planning, pediatrics and general adult care. Medically evaluate patients; determine diagnosis; provide clinical and medication management as indicated.
  • Complete psychiatric assessments and diagnoses.
  • Coordinate care with community-based resources and providers.
  • Meet minimum patient care productivity requirements as set by the Agency to meet requirements of outside funding and/or reimbursement sources.
  • Determine clinical need for medication; prescribe medication as part of treatment program; monitor efficacy; adjust, modify and discontinue medication as indicated.
  • Utilize agency clinical software system to make internal referrals, manage work schedule, and prepare current client records of treatment and reports as necessary and required. Maintain timely and cogent progress notes and service plans to required standards. Ensure that client records and other documentation are up-to-date and justify the services provided.
  • Coordinate and exchange information with other health care providers to optimize patient care; participate in regular patient staffing discussions; serve as a primary member of treatment team.
  • Participate in team and agency meetings as scheduled. Regularly attend to email and voicemail messages in a timely manner to maintain effective communications. Attend local, regional, and/or state meetings as requested by supervisor.
  • Coordinate with healthcare professionals when hospitalization is required.
  • Perform all relevant essential responsibilities using the English language.
  • Travel between business offices and attend required meetings and/or trainings as required.
  • Regular and reliable attendance; timely and professional communication; maintain confidentiality.
The hiring process:
  1. Application review
  2. Questionnaire (if additional information is needed)
  3. Panel Interview
  4. Possible second-round panel interview
  5. Conditional Offer
    1. DMV Record Review, if the position requires driving
    2. 10 Panel Drug Screen (Although recreational marijuana use is legal in the state of Oregon, you will not be considered for this position if you're unable to pass a pre-employment drug screening due to federal regulations.)
    3. Criminal History check through Orchards BCU
    4. Reference check
    5. Licensure Primary Source Verification
    6. Proof of Liability Insurance

At this time, we are not interested in staffing agency support on this position.
MCCFL provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request accommodation in the recruitment or selection process, please contact human resources at 541-288-4359 or email hr@mccfl.org.

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