Part-Time Adult Psychiatrist

Job Description

Join a collaborative, multidisciplinary behavioral health team providing recovery-focused psychiatric care to adults with severe mental illness, trauma histories, co-occurring substance use disorders, and complex psychosocial needs. This part-time opportunity offers telework flexibility, strong clinical support, and a comprehensive benefits package for employees working at least 20 hours per week.


Benefits and Compensation

  • Flexible part-time schedule
  • Telework and hybrid work options
  • J-1 visa candidates considered
  • Professional liability insurance
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employee premium contribution
  • 401(k) with 2% company match
  • Four weeks of vacation to start, prorated for part-time schedules
  • 10 paid sick days annually, prorated, with accrual up to 30 days
  • 12 paid holidays, one floating holiday, and a paid birthday
  • One week of paid conference time
  • Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance up to $300,000
  • Employer-paid long-term disability insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Pet insurance available through payroll deduction
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Supportive, team-oriented environment focused on professional learning and growth

Requirements & Qualifications

  • MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Adult Psychiatry
  • Active Rhode Island medical license or ability to obtain one
  • Active DEA registration
  • Ability to complete credentialing with insurance providers
  • Valid driver’s license or reliable transportation
  • Experience treating adults with severe and persistent mental illness is preferred

Must Haves

  • Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and establish accurate diagnoses
  • Develop individualized treatment plans for adults with complex behavioral health needs
  • Prescribe, adjust, and monitor psychiatric medications and treatment response
  • Consult with therapists, case managers, primary care providers, and other treatment team members
  • Support integrated behavioral health and primary care services
  • Provide clinical guidance and psychiatric education to staff and treatment teams
  • Maintain timely, accurate documentation that meets clinical, regulatory, and payer requirements
  • Build productive relationships with community medical and behavioral health providers
  • Participate in utilization review, quality assurance, or related clinical committees as assigned

Preferred Background & Skills

  • Five or more years of experience treating individuals with severe and persistent mental illness
  • Experience with trauma-informed and recovery-oriented care
  • Background treating co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
  • Community mental health or integrated care experience
  • Comfort working with adults experiencing housing instability or other complex social needs
  • Strong consultation, mentoring, and interdisciplinary communication skills
  • Experience providing psychiatric services through telehealth