Lead Psychiatrist

This Psychiatry position at TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Psychiatry professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $300k, with the typical range spanning $230k to $400k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS lists compensation for this physician position at $277k to $305k annually.

This is in line with the national median for Psychiatry professionals.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position is based in United States.

Key skills and qualifications: Psychiatric Diagnosis, Medication Management, Patient Assessment, Clinical Leadership, Treatment Planning, Electronic Health Records, Multi-disciplinary Collaboration, Case History Preparation. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Psychiatry role.

Core responsibilities: The Lead Psychiatrist performs advanced psychiatric examinations, diagnoses patients, and administers specialized treatments and medications. They provide leadership to the recovery team, supervise other psychiatrists, and ensure compliance with state and federal healthcare standards.

Benefits package: Health Insurance, Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Paid Time Off, Career Advancement Opportunities, Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, 401(k), 457 Programs. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.