Psychiatrist - 1099 Contractor - Trenton, NJ

Company Overview

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 more than 15 million sessions of mental health care, published more than 35 peer‑reviewed studies, and delivered unmatched outcomes in terms of access, clinical effectiveness, and cost efficiency. Lyra members have access to care in one day, and nine out of ten improve with the support of providers. Lyra is transforming access to life‑changing mental health care through Lyra Empower, an AI‑powered platform that combines high‑quality care and technology solutions.

Opportunity

Lyra’s provider network includes in‑person and virtual therapists, physicians, and coaches across the United States. Using advanced matching technology, a supportive provider platform, and opportunities for training and clinical consultation, contract psychiatrists can focus on patient care while receiving help with administrative tasks such as self‑promotion and scheduling. The role involves providing whole‑person, whole‑family mental health care within a connected network, delivering evidence‑based treatment via live 60‑minute video intake appointments and regular follow‑up appointments, conducting psychiatric evaluations, and managing medication. Lyra also facilitates referrals to evidence‑based therapy and coaching services.

Responsibilities

• Practice comprehensive mental‑health medication management via a 60‑minute intake appointment and regular follow‑up appointments.
• Conduct mental‑health risk assessments, psychiatric medication evaluations, and longitudinal medication treatment.
• Construct patient‑centered treatment plans, document treatment recommendations, message patients, and prescribe and manage psychiatric medications.
• Provide evidence‑based medication treatment that follows clinical best‑practice guidelines (e.g., measurement‑based care, patient‑centered care).

Requirements

• Board‑certified MD or DO in psychiatry.
• Unrestricted state medical license.
• Active DEA license (strong preference).
• Office space with ability to see clients in Trenton.
• Ability to treat patients with a full range of diagnoses, clinical complexity, and severity levels; preference for providers who can offer in‑person options.
• Full‑time resident of the United States.

Benefits

• Set your own schedule with no minimum hour requirement.
• Paperless billing and quick payment turnaround, reducing administrative burden.
• Custom‑built calendar for seamless new‑patient connections.
• Access to experienced clinical consultations and specialty group consultation meetings for rapid support.
• 24/7 Care Navigation team for client crisis support.