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24-Mag Llc

Remote | Psychiatrist Up to $140/hour

$140/hr

Forensic Psychiatry * Geriatric Psychiatry * Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry * Contribute ... Fully remote * Flexible scheduling based on project requirements * Compensation: Up to $140/hour

Weekday AI

Psychiatry Expert

$150/hr

Forensic Psychiatry * Geriatric Psychiatry * Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry * Subspecialty ... Fully Remote * Engagement Type: Independent Contractor * Location Eligibility: US, UK, Europe, or ...

Mercor Inc

Psychiatry Expert

Psychiatry-Specific Subspecialty depth in Addiction, Child/Adolescent, Forensic, Geriatric, or ... This is a fully remote role that can be completed on your own schedule. * Projects can be extended ...

Compass Group

Remote Clinical Dietitian

Remote Clinical Dietitian Take the next step in your career with Culinary Services Group as a ... Psychiatric Hospital; LTC division, adult psych division, forensic division Schedule: Full time; ...

Compass Group

Remote Clinical Dietitian

Las Vegas, NM · On-site +1

Psychiatric Hospital; LTC division, adult psych division, forensic division Schedule : Full time; ... a Remote Clinical Dietitian ! You'll provide Medical Nutrition Therapy and education in an acute ...

Compass Group

Remote Clinical Dietitian

Las Vegas, NM · On-site +1

Psychiatric Hospital; LTC division, adult psych division, forensic division Schedule : Full time; ... a Remote Clinical Dietitian ! You'll provide Medical Nutrition Therapy and education in an acute ...

Compass Group

Remote Clinical Dietitian

Las Vegas, NM · On-site +1

Psychiatric Hospital; LTC division, adult psych division, forensic division Schedule : Full time; ... a Remote Clinical Dietitian ! You'll provide Medical Nutrition Therapy and education in an acute ...

County of Yolo, CA

Supervising Clinician

Woodland, CA · On-site +1

$108K - $131K/yr

Regular / Full Time Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid Job Number: 2026-00091 Department: Health ... Forensic Assessment Clinician The incumbent will: * collaborate closely with Jail-Based Competency ...

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How much do remote forensic psychiatrist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote forensic psychiatrist in the United States is $266,404.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $225,000.00 and $336,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote forensic psychiatrist?

A Remote Forensic Psychiatrist evaluates individuals involved in legal cases to provide expert opinions on mental health assessments, competency evaluations, risk assessments, and criminal responsibility. They work from a remote location, conducting virtual assessments, reviewing case files, and providing reports or testimony via video conferencing. Their expertise helps attorneys, courts, and law enforcement understand psychological aspects relevant to legal proceedings.

What are the typical responsibilities of a remote forensic psychiatrist?

As a Remote Forensic Psychiatrist, your primary responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations for legal cases, preparing detailed written reports, and occasionally providing expert testimony via video conferencing platforms. Remote work is structured to offer flexibility in scheduling, but it requires strict adherence to deadlines and protocols to ensure the timely delivery of assessments and reports. You’ll often collaborate virtually with attorneys, courts, or other mental health professionals, and handle sensitive case information using secure, HIPAA-compliant technologies. This setup allows you to work independently while staying connected to a multidisciplinary team, making it ideal for psychiatrists seeking work-life balance without compromising the quality of their forensic consultations.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a remote forensic psychiatrist?

To thrive as a Remote Forensic Psychiatrist, you need board certification in psychiatry, specialized training or experience in forensic psychiatry, and a valid medical license. Familiarity with secure telehealth platforms, electronic health records (EHRs), and digital assessment tools is essential for conducting remote evaluations and documentation. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and clear written and verbal communication help you excel when presenting complex psychiatric findings in legal contexts. These competencies ensure accuracy, reliability, and professionalism in remote forensic assessments that directly impact legal proceedings.

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Infographic showing various Remote Forensic Psychiatrist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 57% Full Time, 29% Part Time, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $266,404 per year, or $128.1 per hour.

Forensic Evaluation & Report Writing Psychiatrist (1099)

Island Psychiatry, PC

Remote

$250/hr

Other

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Job Opportunity

Island Psychiatry is seeking a board-certified psychiatrist for high-level forensic evaluation and report-writing work on a 1099 basis. This opportunity is ideal for a psychiatrist with strong clinical judgment, a professional temperament, and comfort with technology. This is intellectually serious work that is compensated at a higher compensation than typical clinical care. Prior forensic experience is not required. We are open to psychiatrists who are bright, disciplined, analytically strong, and capable of producing clear, organized, and defensible work. Training, structure, and a report-writing framework will be provided for the right candidate. This role offers the ability to do substantial professional work in a more flexible format, including remote report-writing, while building a valuable additional income stream outside of traditional patient-care hours.

What we are looking for:

  • Board-certified psychiatrist
  • Strong judgment and professionalism
  • Excellent organizational ability
  • Thoughtful, even temperament
  • Ability to analyze records, interviews, and clinical information carefully
  • Interest in evaluation, opinion formation, and written report development
  • Willingness to work within an established structure and quality framework

What this opportunity offers:

  • Flexible 1099 arrangement
  • Remote work
  • Intellectually engaging, non-routine work
  • Training and editorial structure for the right psychiatrist
  • Opportunity to develop a specialized, high-value skill set
  • Compensation: Highly competitive and above market. Typical compensation ranges from $425–$550 per hour, with top-of-range rates for experienced psychiatrists (Training rate of $250/hr for first 10 hours and then up to $550 hr once training is complete)

This is a strong fit for psychiatrists seeking sophisticated side work with greater upside than standard hourly clinical work, without needing to build a forensic practice from scratch. To express interest, please send your CV and a brief note outlining your background and interest in this role.

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