Behavioral Health Consultant

This Behavioral Health Consultant position at MERCY HEALTH SERVICES includes the following lifestyle factors: no on-call duties, no weekend requirements. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.

This Clinical Psychology position at MERCY HEALTH SERVICES 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, Clinical Psychology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $95k, with the typical range spanning $70k to $140k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

This position is based in Franklin, Tennessee.

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a physician earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Key skills and qualifications: Behavioral Health, Crisis Management, Communication, Teamwork, Compassion, Empathy, Assessment Skills, Organizational Skills. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Clinical Psychology role.

Core responsibilities: The Behavioral Health Consultant provides high-quality, culturally sensitive health services and brief behavioral health assessments and interventions for patients across the lifespan. They collaborate with the primary care team to ensure comprehensive healthcare and participate in quality improveme...

Benefits package: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401(k), Three Weeks PTO, 10 Company Holidays, Annual Training Budget. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.