Prescribing Nurse Practitioner or Psychiatrist - 1099 Contractor - Holliday, MO

Lyra Clinical Associates partners with Lyra Health, a leading provider of evidence-based mental health care, serving more than 20 million people globally in partnership with employers and more than 100 million through health plan and partner relationships. The company has delivered over 15 million sessions of mental health care, published more than 35 peer-reviewed studies, and achieved unmatched outcomes in access, clinical effectiveness, and cost efficiency. Lyra members access care in one day, with nine out of ten improving with the support of providers like you. Lyra is transforming mental health care through Lyra Empower, an AI-powered platform combining high-quality care and technology solutions.

About the Role

We are seeking a provider comfortable treating depression, ADHD, passive suicidal ideation, and psychosis (including auditory and visual hallucinations). As part of Lyra’s provider network—comprising in-person and virtual therapists, physicians, and coaches—you’ll leverage advanced matching technology, a supportive platform, and opportunities for training and clinical consultation. This role focuses on patient care while minimizing administrative burdens like self-promotion and scheduling.

As a contract Child and Adolescent Nurse Practitioner, you will provide clinical care with an emphasis on diagnostic expertise, family engagement, ethical practice, and continuous improvement. You’ll deliver evidence-based treatment via live 30-minute video intake appointments and regular follow-ups, conduct psychiatric evaluations, and manage medications. Lyra facilitates referrals to evidence-based therapy and coaching services alongside your care.

You will serve children, teens, and young adults from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, delivering culturally responsive care that acknowledges the impact of cultural context on each patient’s experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive mental health medication management via 60-minute intake appointments and 30-minute follow-ups.
• Conduct mental health risk assessments, psychiatric medication evaluations, and longitudinal medication treatment.
• Develop patient-centered treatment plans, document recommendations, message patients, and prescribe/manage psychiatric medications.
• Deliver safe, evidence-based medication treatment following clinical best practices (e.g., measurement-based care, patient-centered care, minimizing risks, and maximizing benefits).

Requirements

• Board certification in psychiatry.
• Unrestricted state license.
• Strong preference for clinicians with an active DEA license.
• Must have an office space with the ability to see clients in the Holliday, MO area.
• Ability to provide care to patients with a full range of diagnoses, clinical complexity, and severity levels; preference for providers offering in-person options.
• Full-time resident of the United States.

Benefits

• Set your own schedule without minimum hours requirements.
• Reduce administrative burden with Lyra’s paperless billing and quick payment turnaround.
• Access a custom-built calendar for seamless new patient connections.
• Receive support through clinical consultations and specialty group meetings.
• Rely on Lyra’s 24/7 Care Navigation team for client crisis support.