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Carolina Outreach
Fayetteville, North Carolina

Psychiatrist (4425)

PsychiatryNo callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$296k-$380k

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

  • Job Location: Fayetteville, NC 28301
  • Position Type: Full Time
  • Salary Range: $295,618.00 - $379,601.00 Salary/year
  • Travel Percentage: Local TravelAbout Us Since 2003, we've been assisting children, families and adults across North Carolina with their behavioral health needs. Carolina Outreach is a group of highly trained behavioral health professionals dedicated to promoting the emotional and physical well-being of our community in a safe and respectful environment. We provide a comprehensive and integrative array of behavioral health services and supports for people of all ages with varying levels of need utilizing an equitable and inclusive approach. We focus on helping our clients tap into and develop their inherent strengths with the goal of supporting the highest quality of life possible for all we serve.

Compensation This role is compensated on a salaried basis, providing consistent earnings aligned with the responsibilities and expectations of the position

  • Compensation: $295,618 - $379,601

Placement within the range is based on licensure level, education, and experience. What You Can Expect Provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management for individuals in the ACT program. Work with the ACT team to develop and support treatment plans. Provide clinical oversight and guidance to psychiatric staff. Support individuals in achieving recovery goals and maintaining community stability.

Responsibilities Conduct psychiatric assessments and manage medications. Participate in team meetings and treatment planning. Provide clinical supervision and support to NPs/PAs and team members. Collaborate with nursing and ACT staff to coordinate comprehensive care.

Qualifications

Education

Medical Doctor Licensure/Experience: Must be a licensed psychiatrist or physician, experience with the population served is required.

Why Join Us We are focused on creating a model where clinicians are supported, not overloaded. You’ll have the flexibility to shape your schedule, the support to maintain a steady caseload, and the opportunity to grow within a stable, mission-driven organization.

Beyond the engaging work, you'll also benefit from our competitive benefits package to support you and your loved ones, provide work/life balance, and invest in your future. The list below is for informational purposes only.

Consumer-driven health plan coverage provided by Anthem Wellness: When you enroll in a medical plan, you get complete care support on your time through Sydney app (Anthem), with exclusive access to 24/7 access to licensed doctors, therapists, and psychiatrists.

Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flex Spending Account (FSA) Two dental plan options available through Delta Dental, so you can choose the level of coverage that fits your needs and budget. Affordable vision plan available through EyeMed to keep your eyes healthy and your vision sharp.

An optional Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account to reimburse yourself on a pre-tax basis for childcare.

Generous paid time off 401k or Roth IRA Retirement Programs administered by Empower Financial planning and education services at no cost to you Voluntary supplemental benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability) Educational Assistance (your position, date of hire and years of service determine your eligibility) Licensure Residency Program for Full-time Clinical Staff Advancement and Career Development Opportunities Legal Notice: We are an equal opportunity employer.

Employment is at-will and contingent upon successful completion of background checks and credential verification. We participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility in the United States. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Key Responsibilities

The psychiatrist will provide clinical services including psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and crisis intervention for clients in the ACT program. They are also responsible for providing clinical oversight, supervising medical staff, and collaborating with the ACT team to develop and implement effective treatment plans.

Requirements

Candidates must be a licensed medical doctor or physician with experience working with the relevant patient population. The role requires the ability to provide 24/7/365 clinical support and supervision to the ACT team.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Psychiatric evaluationPsychopharmacologyCrisis assessmentSymptom assessmentIndividual counselingPsychotherapySubstance use treatmentService coordinationClinical documentationEvidence-based practiceMedical oversight

Psychiatry — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$338k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $358k in an average-cost state. 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 60% are remote, 62% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

What does the Psychiatry market look like in North Carolina?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.9 / 10 · above average in psychiatryranked against 1,855 Psychiatry listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$296k–$380kPsychiatry median $326k (middle half $283k–$363k)118 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$358k in purchasing powerNorth Carolina index 94.3 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Psychiatry listings in North Carolina60 active1,810 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 60% remote · 62% no call · 68% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedNorth Carolina physician listings (all specialties): 28% state a sign-on bonus (median $30k) · 14% offer loan repayment474 active listings, Nov 2026
Psychiatry hiring demand#27 of 28 specialtiespostings stay open a median 34 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 728 postings, 654 closed
New Psychiatry listings1,288 in the last 30 days869 the 30 days before (+48%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Psychiatry pay trend−2.9% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Carolina Outreachsilver tier, 72/100Top Employers work-life index17 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (1,855 Psychiatry listings), Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Psychiatrist (4425) at Carolina Outreach a 6.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Psychiatry — ranked against 1,855 active Psychiatry listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Top Psychiatrist Jobs

41 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

41 jobs · 12 employers
9
<$360k
5
$360k-400k
13
$400k-440k
11
$440k-480k
3
$500k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

39 jobs · 12 employers
401k / retirement match
95% this job
Sign-on bonus
90%
CME allowance
28%
Loan repayment
15%
Relocation assistance
10%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Psychiatrist - Adult

LifeStance Health · Des Moines, Iowa

$320k-$500k
#2

Psychiatrist - Child/Adolescent

LifeStance Health · Des Moines, Iowa

$320k-$500k
#3

Outpatient Psychiatrist

$300k–$500k
#4

Child Psychiatrist-Outpatient Practice (MD or DO)

$425k-$475k
+ 39 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 6.9
Better work-life than 60% of Psychiatry listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,855 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Carolina Outreach

Mental Health Care
Durham, North Carolina
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance (Anthem)
Dental (Delta Dental)
Vision (EyeMed)
HSA/FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Generous PTO
401k/Roth IRA (Empower)
Financial Planning Services

Living in Fayetteville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$204k≈ 0.7× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,362/mo≈ 6% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.0
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Fayetteville, NC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.