Supervising Psychiatrist- Nevada License, (Remote)
Listed compensation
$24k-$48k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Ascend Healthcare is committed to providing fully integrated, quality psychiatric and behavioral health services in a compassionate, convenient, and affordable manner.
We work with external partners to provide services to patients across the country through integrated psychiatric medication management, substance use disorder treatment, counseling services, peer support and care coordination for seamless patient care.
We believe in a “no wrong door” treatment model which finds ways to say “yes” to any patient referral rather than a multitude of exclusionary criteria found elsewhere. This approach reflects our values of improved patient and clinician experience, better outcomes, and lower costs.
The Ascend Story
Founded to transform mental health care access, Ascend Healthcare delivers integrated psychiatric and behavioral health solutions with a commitment to equity, compassion, and operational excellence. We partner directly with health centers to build fully integrated, sustainable behavioral health programs—bringing deep clinical expertise, operational support, and long-term stability.
Our Work Environment Fosters
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Patient-First Mindset
Why Ascend?
You’ll be joining a team delivering innovative, compassionate care to communities that need it most. At Ascend, your work drives real impact—and your career grows alongside it. We believe in a “no wrong door” treatment model that finds ways to say “yes” to any patient referral rather than a multitude of exclusionary criteria found elsewhere.
Position Overview
Virtual Supervising Psychiatrist providing supervisory oversight to Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) in an outpatient clinic setting for Ascends service lines and any additional service lines as determined.
Key Areas of Ownership
Provide supervisory oversight for nurse practitioners and physician assistants, ensuring quality of care and adherence to established treatment protocols and state regulations for children, adolescents, and adult patients
- Available for case reviews as necessary
- Available to meet with the team once per month
- Previous experience in general psychiatry preferred
Qualifications
- Active, unrestricted Nevada MD or DO license in good standing
- Must be board-certified
Ability to Provide Supervision Remotely
- Physical Requirements: This is a fully remote position but may require in-person attendance as company needs arise. Please be aware the below physical requirements should be considered prior to applying to the position:
- Prolonged Sitting: Ability to sit for extended periods during working hours.
- Manual Dexterity: Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for using a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
- Visual Requirements: Adequate vision for reading computer screens and documents.
- Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills for virtual meetings and correspondence.
- Hearing: Sufficient hearing ability for participating in phone calls or virtual meetings.
Work Environment: Access to a quiet, dedicated workspace free from distractions with reliable internet connectivity.
Perks
- Remote-first environment
- Flexible schedule
- Malpractice insurance included
- Job Type: Contract
Compensation: Must be able to allocate a minimum of 12 hours per month for scheduled meetings and as-needed case reviews. Compensation is determined by the total number of assigned APPs. The current SP is slated to be assigned 5 APPs at the commencement of services.
- 1-3: $2,000/month
- 4-6: $3,000/month
- 7-8: $4,000/month.
Ascend Healthcare is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.
Ascend Healthcare participates in conducting comprehensive background checks and drug screenings for all potential employees as a contingency to gaining employment status.
Key Responsibilities
The Supervising Psychiatrist will provide clinical oversight to Advanced Practice Providers in an outpatient setting, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols and state regulations. Responsibilities include conducting case reviews and participating in monthly team meetings to support integrated behavioral health services.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Psychiatry — Physician Career Context
Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 52% are remote, 70% have no call, 76% require no weekends — this position is remote.
Ascend Healthcare holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 74/100, 21 active listings.
Psychiatry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 6.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
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.
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Supervising Psychiatrist- Nevada License, (Remote) at Ascend Healthcare a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physician roles — ranked against 21,112 active Physician roles listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.
Location & Logistics
Nevada has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$36k midpoint, that is roughly $1k–$3k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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