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California State University

Psychiatrist

Northridge, CA · On-site

$6.8K - $13K/mo

... to psychologists, clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists and pre-doctoral ... DRUG ENFORCEMENT AGENT (DEA) CERTIFICATE AND NUMBER FOR PRESCRIBING PHYSICIANS. Knowledge, Skills ...

KurzSolutions

Psychiatrist

Dallas, TX · On-site

... psychologists, social workers and nurses. VA North Texas Health Care System has an active ... Interns and Medical Students. All consultative service and clinical recommendations to trainees ...

CSU Northridge

Psychiatrist

Northridge, OH · On-site

$6.8K - $13K/mo

... to psychologists, clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists and pre-doctoral ... DRUG ENFORCEMENT AGENT (DEA) CERTIFICATE AND NUMBER FOR PRESCRIBING PHYSICIANS. Knowledge, Skills ...

California State University

Psychiatrist

Northridge, OH

$6.8K - $13K/mo

... to psychologists, clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists and pre-doctoral ... DRUG ENFORCEMENT AGENT (DEA) CERTIFICATE AND NUMBER FOR PRESCRIBING PHYSICIANS. Knowledge, Skills ...

Brownhealth

Licensed Clinical Therapist PD

Charlestown, RI

$60K - $81K/yr

Maintains knowledge of psychiatric medications and works with prescribing professionals to assess ... Mentors new clinicians, case managers, and interns.Other duties and responsibilities as assigned or ...

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How much do internship prescribing psychologist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for internship prescribing psychologist in the United States is $154,056.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,500.00 and $223,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an internship prescribing psychologist, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Internship Prescribing Psychologist, you need a doctoral degree in psychology, completion of relevant coursework in clinical psychopharmacology, and appropriate state licensure or certification. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), prescription management software, and ongoing supervision protocols is typically required. Strong interpersonal communication, ethical judgment, and the ability to build rapport with patients are crucial soft skills. These competencies ensure safe and effective patient care, proper medication management, and adherence to ethical and legal standards in a sensitive mental health environment.

What are the typical responsibilities and learning opportunities for an internship prescribing psychologist?

As an Internship Prescribing Psychologist, your daily responsibilities may include conducting psychological assessments, participating in supervised medication management sessions, and collaborating closely with psychiatrists, primary care providers, and other mental health professionals. You'll have the chance to observe and gradually take on responsibilities related to psychopharmacological treatment under supervision, all while refining your diagnostic and therapeutic skills. The internship offers significant learning opportunities, such as attending case conferences, engaging in interdisciplinary treatment planning, and receiving mentorship from experienced prescribing psychologists, which are essential for your professional development and future independent practice.

What is an internship prescribing psychologist?

An Internship Prescribing Psychologist is a psychology doctoral graduate who is completing a supervised training program in clinical psychopharmacology and prescription management. This internship is a required step for psychologists in certain states or jurisdictions who wish to obtain authority to prescribe medications. During the internship, they work under the supervision of licensed prescribing psychologists or psychiatrists to gain hands-on experience with medication management, patient assessment, and collaboration with other healthcare professionals. This training prepares them to safely and effectively integrate medication into mental health treatment after meeting all licensing requirements.

What is the difference between Internship Prescribing Psychologist vs Psychology Intern?

AspectInternship Prescribing PsychologistPsychology Intern
CredentialsRequires doctoral degree, supervised prescribing training, and state licensureEnrolled in doctoral psychology program, completing supervised internship
Work EnvironmentClinical settings, hospitals, mental health clinicsAcademic settings, clinics, research facilities
Employer & IndustryHealthcare providers, mental health organizationsUniversities, research institutions, clinics

The Internship Prescribing Psychologist is a licensed professional with prescribing authority after specialized training, working in clinical healthcare settings. In contrast, a Psychology Intern is a doctoral student gaining supervised clinical experience without prescribing rights. The key difference lies in licensure, prescribing authority, and level of independence in practice.

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Infographic showing various Internship Prescribing Psychologist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Part Time. Highlights an 83% In-person, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $154,056 per year, or $74.1 per hour.

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Dawson

Remote

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description


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Psychiatrist (Remote)
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Summary: In support of DAWSON’s Enterprise Tele-Behavioral Health Clinical Services contract with the Defense Health Agency (DHA), we are seeking qualified candidates to fill our Psychiatrist positions.
Shift: 9-hour shift, 12:30 AM- 09:30 AM CST (Europe) Monday – Friday.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform duties as a Practitioner and Consultant in Psychiatry with emphasis on problems of all levels of complexity and must come to the position with knowledge and experience (ideally working with the military population) providing treatment services in routine outpatient services using virtual platforms to low and/or moderate acuity patients. Treatments require very advanced knowledge and/or skill and selection from a variety of alternatives. Incumbent makes recommendations on major diagnostics and treatment plans. Provide continuing follow-up care for chronic outpatients with acute disorders and complications of these disorders, such as psychosis, organic brain syndrome, substance abuse/addictions, etc. and provides psychiatric care for triage patients presenting with acute illnesses of minor and major proportions. Exercise initiative and sound judgment in establishing evaluation techniques, developing treatment and rehabilitation plans and providing appropriate therapeutic treatment services. Examine and conduct thorough studies of presenting patients and evaluates laboratory and clinical findings, prescribing appropriate treatment or referring patient to appropriate specialty clinics. Collaborate with physicians in other medical specialties on cases involving complicated and multifaceted problems and provides professional consultation and/or collaborative medical support to other professional staff such as psychologists, advanced practical nurses, social workers, as well as military specific liaison or commanders.
  • Direct Quality Assurance within their area of responsibility and makes decisions that have a serious impact on the lives of others, such as recommending hospitalization or determining a service member's fitness for duty or assessing and completing Medical Evaluation Board (MEB), Temporary Disability Retirement List (TDRL) evaluations, psychological autopsies, sanity boards, command consultations, and other administrative processes as required and prepares reports of such evaluations according to applicable regulations. Identify patient treatment needs and arrange for a safe therapeutic outcome. Demonstrate an understanding of requirements and benefits of TRICARE and effectively communicate these to TRICARE/DoD beneficiaries. Prepare and maintain convenience file, outpatient medical record, and inpatient record documentation in accordance with service and hospital SOPs. Prepare case summaries and other correspondence in a timely and effective fashion.
  • Attend all required staff meetings as scheduled to provide case discussion, continuing education, and continuous quality improvement and safety. Such direction and interaction will adhere to Government and professional clinical standards and accepted clinical protocols.
  • Updates patients’ charts/information within 72 business hours post appointment. Documentation for a high visibility or higher acuity patient shall be updated within close of business (COB) to allow shared visibility to shared providers. HCW shall follow the SOP’s duty limitations, weapons access assessments. Safety and notification are a multi-disciplinary approach using providers, provider extenders, and case management teams. This solution will focus on low to moderate safety risk patients allowing the Military Treatment Facility (MTF) to focus on the higher needs, specialty needs of Soldiers in person. Provider schedule will follow DHA requirement based on skill type (18-001 has the specifics).


Qualifications:
  • Degree/Education: Employee must hold a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree.
  • Certifications in addition to Basic Life Support: None
  • Internship/Residency: and have successfully completed an internship, residency in Psychiatry and/or Psychiatry Fellowship in an accredited United States (U.S.) Psychiatry Training program approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. Descriptions of such programs are described below.
    • An internship program involves broadly based clinical practice in which physicians acquire experience in treating a variety of medical problems under supervision (e.g., internal medicine, surgery, general practice, obstetrics- gynecology, and pediatrics). Such programs are in hospitals or other institutions accredited for internship training an appropriate accrediting body.
    • A residency program involves training in a specialized field of medicine in a hospital or an institution accredited for training in the specialty by an appropriate accrediting body.
    • A fellowship program involves advanced training (beyond residency training) in a given medical specialty in either a clinical or research setting in a hospital, or an institution accredited in the U.S. for such training.


  • Experience: Two years of experience providing Psychiatry using virtual platforms. Candidates with less than two years of experience using virtual platforms will be considered. Preferred candidate will have experience providing Psychiatry using virtual platforms within the MHS. Virtual health experience outside the MHS is acceptable.
  • Board Certification: Employee must maintain current board certification from the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology or the American Osteopathic, Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
  • Licensure/Registration: Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a Psychiatrist.
  • Conditions of employment: This position requires the contractor to fulfill credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate/relevant clinical privileges. Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross. Advanced certification (e.g., ALS) does not supersede BLS.


DAWSON is an Equal Opportunity/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
DAWSON offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.
DAWSON gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.
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