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Naphcare
Phoenix, Arizona

Psychiatrist

PsychiatryFull-Time

Listed compensation

$165-$174/hr

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 49m ago · Verified live

Job description

Overview
NaphCare is hiring a Psychiatrist to join our team of medical professionals in the Arizona Department of Corrections in Phoenix, Arizona.
Pay rates range from $165.00 to $174.00 per hour based on shift, site needs, hire status, and experience.
Full Time and Part Time positions may be available!
As a Correctional Psychiatrist, you will oversee clinical responsibility for the mental health programs within the facility, while working alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex mental health needs.
Responsibilities
The Psychiatrist is responsible for providing comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnosing mental health conditions to facility residents that protects the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Additional responsibilities may include and not be limited to:
Providing medication management, therapy, and other evidence-based treatment plans to address mental health needs
Oversee the completion of mental health screenings and evaluations performed by others
Responding to acute mental health crises within the facility
Supporting the rehabilitation of patients and facilitating their successful transition back into the community
Coordinate, lead and participate in educational training activities related to mental health care
Ensuring compliance with State and Federal mandates and regulations, including court mandates and standards
Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including correctional staff, psychologists, social workers and other medical professionals to develop and implement treatment plans and ensuring staff are responsive to patients’ needs
Qualifications
Education / Licenses / Certifications
Must hold a current unrestricted license as a Psychiatrist in the state
A current DEA registration in the state
Be able to obtain BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred)
Be certified in a Board recognized by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN)
Must possess strong written communication and verbal skills and have strong computer skills.
Experience with underserved and marginalized populations, including those with mental health and substance use disorders
Strong communication skills and ability to communicate with diverse individuals, including other medical professionals, correctional staff and judges
Ability to interpret and analyze data to create treatment plans
Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards
Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Display integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening
Why Join NaphCare?
NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time. In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we strongly support career advancement within the company.
NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:
Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one!
Lowest Cost Benefits!
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
Tuition Assistance
Referral bonuses
Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
Generous paid time off & paid holidays
Free continuing education and CMEs
NaphCare has a partnership with NetCE that provides CEU/CME for our staff. NetCE uses a rigorous peer review process to ensure that all activities and content are up-to-date. This service streamlines continuing education for all NaphCare Employees to meet state specific requirements for maintaining licensing.
If you would like to speak with me to learn more about this position and NaphCare, apply directly to the position to initiate the application process, and I’ll be in touch.
Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran
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Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

BLS (preferred)DEA License

Key Skills

Psychiatric evaluationMental health diagnosisCrisis interventionTreatment planningClinical documentationMultidisciplinary collaborationData analysisRegulatory compliance

Psychiatry — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 52% are remote, 46% have no call, 54% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$353k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $350k in an average-cost state. 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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About Naphcare

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Benefits & Perks

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance (Day One)
Prescriptions Free Through Health Plan
401K and Roth with Company Contribution (Day One)
Tuition Assistance
Referral Bonuses
Term Life Insurance at No Cost
Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
Free Continuing Education and CMEs (NetCE Partnership)