Psychiatrist

Who We Are At ERC Pathlight, we’re on a mission to change lives—and we’re looking for people who feel called to do the same. As one of the nation’s leading treatment providers for eating disorders and mood, anxiety, and trauma-related conditions, we bring innovative, evidence-based, and deeply compassionate care to patients across the country. With multiple locations nationwide and extensive virtual programming, we meet patients exactly where they are and help them move toward lasting recovery. Founded in 2008 by renowned psychiatrists and psychologists, ERC Pathlight now supports more than 6,000 patients each year. And as the need for world-class mental health care continues to rise, our commitment is stronger than ever: to expand access, elevate the standard of care, and empower every patient to rebuild their life with dignity and hope. Why Join Us When you join ERC Pathlight, you become part of a team that shows up every day to make a real difference. You’ll work alongside passionate clinicians, dedicated support staff, and mission-driven leaders who believe in collaboration, growth, and doing the right thing—always. Here, your work matters. Your ideas matter. You matter. If you’re energized by purpose, motivated by impact, and ready to help transform the future of mental health treatment, you belong here. Come build hope. Come save lives. Come grow with us. Austin Psychiatrists: Looking for a Better Practice Environment? Eating Recovery Center (ERC) and Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center are seeking a full-time Psychiatrist to join our team in Austin, Texas, supporting patients across both of our programs. We’re looking for a General Psychiatrist who is comfortable treating patients across the age spectrum, from children and adolescents through adults. Child & Adolescent Psychiatry fellowship training is not required. What’s most important is a psychiatrist who is comfortable and willing to treat younger patients as well as adults within our PHP setting. What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out $45,000 Sign-On BonusCompetitive compensationRelocation assistanceFull-time opportunity100% onsite, 5 days per week in AustinStandalone Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) settingSupport patients across both ERC and Pathlight programsOpportunity to treat children, adolescents, and adultsCollaborative, multidisciplinary care modelExposure to eating disorders, mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and other co-occurring psychiatric conditionsParticipation in the physician call rotation is expected What You’ll Be Doing Our psychiatrists lead multidisciplinary treatment teams and provide comprehensive psychiatric care to patients across Eating Recovery Center and Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center. This role provides the opportunity to work with individuals experiencing eating disorders as well as mood, anxiety, trauma-related, and other co-occurring psychiatric conditions. Responsibilities Include Conducting comprehensive psychiatric evaluationsDiagnosing psychiatric conditions and developing individualized treatment plansPrescribing and managing psychotropic medicationsProviding psychiatric care to children, adolescents, and adultsDetermining appropriate levels of careCollaborating closely with therapists, dietitians, nursing teams, advanced practice providers, and other healthcare professionalsParticipating in multidisciplinary treatment planningAdvocating for patients within healthcare and insurance systemsCompleting timely and thorough clinical documentationCollaborating with families, support persons, and referring providers as appropriateParticipating in insurance peer reviews to help optimize treatment duration and outcomes Direct Patient Care & Professional Expectations Practice evidence-based, high-quality psychiatric medicine focused on exceptional patient care and outcomesSupport patient understanding, engagement, and shared decision-makingMaintain complete, accurate, and timely medical recordsCollaborate with clinical leadership, physicians, treatment teams, families, and referring providersPromote a culture of respect, collaboration, and clinical excellenceSupport organizational goals related to quality, compliance, outcomes, and patient satisfactionParticipate in continuing education, staff training, and professional developmentServe as a clinical resource, teacher, and mentor to members of the multidisciplinary team Schedule & Call Expectations This is a full-time, onsite position in Austin, Texas, with an expectation of being onsite five days per week. Physicians also participate in the call rotation, providing coverage and supporting clinical teams with urgent psychiatric consultation and patient care needs during assigned call periods. Required Qualifications Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)Completion of an accredited Psychiatry Residency Program or equivalent trainingGeneral Psychiatry training requiredChild & Adolescent Psychiatry fellowship training is NOT requiredMust be willing and comfortable treating children, adolescents, and adultsBoard Certified or Board Eligible in PsychiatryLicensed to practice medicine in Texas or eligible for Texas licensureMaintain all required certifications, licensure, and registrations Join a Team That Changes Lives Every Day At Eating Recovery Center and Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center, our psychiatrists are more than providers. They are leaders, educators, advocates, and partners in recovery. If you're a psychiatrist looking for a collaborative environment where you can provide meaningful care across the lifespan and across both eating disorder and mood & anxiety treatment programs, we’d love to connect with you about our Austin, Texas opportunity. The compensation range for this position is based upon candidate experience and market expectations. Colorado pay range $242,000 - $275,000 USD What We Offer At ERC Pathlight, caring for people is our mission and that begins with caring for our own team. Your well-being matters, and our benefit program is designed to support every part of your life. We offer competitive compensation; comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; generous Paid Time Off; Parental Leave benefits; Retirement benefits; and tuition reimbursement to help you continue growing in your career. We also recognize that mental health is part of every person’s experience. That’s why we strive to create a workplace where you feel supported, seen, and encouraged—personally, professionally, and at home. When you thrive, you can do your best work. And your best work changes lives.