Psychiatrist

Optima Medical Management Group is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life by promoting wellness. At Optima MMG and its divisions—Serene Health, Community Support, and American TrueCare—our mission is to provide comprehensive support and care that addresses immediate concerns and fosters long-term well-being. We aspire to lead in member care outcomes and set new standards for excellence and innovation, empowering our members to achieve self-sufficiency in health. Our work culture is built on pride, passion, and a collective commitment to making a positive difference. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous learning and professional growth with access to industry experts and cutting-edge technologies.

About the role

We are seeking a part-time, board-certified Psychiatrist to join our collaborative outpatient team, serving patients across the lifespan, including adolescents. This role offers the opportunity to practice high-quality, relationship-driven care supported by dedicated clinical and administrative staff. With an established referral base, you will step into a steady and meaningful clinical flow while shaping and growing services through program development. Enjoy a flexible schedule with no after-hours call in a supportive, team-oriented environment that values clinical excellence, innovation, and whole-person care.

This part-time position (up to 20 hours per week, non-benefit eligible) involves providing outpatient psychiatric care using a patient-centered, evidence-based approach. The role includes comprehensive diagnostic evaluation, psychopharmacologic management, and coordination of care within a multidisciplinary, team-based model. The Psychiatrist practices within a collaborative care framework, partnering with therapists, advanced practice providers, primary care clinicians, patients, and—when appropriate—family members or guardians to optimize clinical outcomes. Experience in adolescent psychiatry is preferred. The position may also include responsibilities as a collaborating/supervising physician for nurse practitioners and other advanced practice providers.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, including psychiatric history, medical history, mental status examination, and risk assessment across the lifespan.
• Establish DSM-5-TR diagnoses and develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
• Provide medication management utilizing current psychopharmacologic guidelines and best practices.
• Utilize measurement-based care (e.g., validated rating scales) to monitor symptoms, treatment response, and functional outcomes over time.
• Engage in shared decision-making with patients and guardians when applicable.
• Collaborate with therapists, psychologists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and clinical staff to support coordinated care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case consultations and treatment planning.
• Provide clinical consultation and supervision to advanced practice providers when serving as a collaborating/supervising physician.
• Coordinate care with primary care providers and other involved professionals as clinically indicated.
• Provide brief psychotherapy interventions when appropriate or coordinate referrals to therapy services.
• Deliver care via in-person and/or telepsychiatry in accordance with clinical and regulatory standards.
• Provide crisis assessment and intervention as needed in the outpatient setting.
• Educate patients and families/guardians regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and medications.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
• Participate in quality improvement and clinical review activities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) required.
• Completion of an accredited Psychiatry residency program required.
• Board certification in Psychiatry required.
• Active, unrestricted medical license in applicable state(s) required.
• Outpatient psychiatry experience preferred.
• Experience treating children and adolescents preferred.
• Experience in collaborative or integrated care settings preferred.
• Experience supervising or collaborating with advanced practice providers preferred.
• Familiarity with telepsychiatry preferred.

Skills

• Strong diagnostic and psychopharmacology skills across the lifespan.
• Knowledge of evidence-based psychiatric treatments.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication skills with patients, families, and clinical teams.
• Proficiency in EHR systems.
• Effective time management in a part-time outpatient setting.
• Commitment to culturally responsive care.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at an office desk on the computer.
• Able to lift up to 10lbs at times.

Pay

$175 USD - $225 USD per hour.

Benefits

Our full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits enrollment after 60 days of employment:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits: Various insurance options for you and your family.
• Short & Long-Term Disability Benefits: Protection when you need it most.
• Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Critical Illness, and Voluntary Hospital Indemnity Plans: Added security for you and your loved ones.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Manage your finances with flexibility.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Support when life throws challenges your way.
• 401(K): Building your financial future with us (effective after 1 year of employment).
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave: Flexibility for the planned and unplanned.
• Paid Holidays: Quality time to enjoy celebrations.
• Employee Referral Program: Share the opportunities and reap the rewards.
• Company Discount Program: Enjoy savings on everyday expenses and memberships.