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Max Health
Dallas, Texas · Remote OK

Remote Psychiatrist

PsychiatryContract

Compensation

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Elevate Brain Injury & Mental Health, a division of MaxHealth MSO, is seeking a compassionate, patient-centered Psychiatrist to join our multidisciplinary team. This fully remote position offers the opportunity to provide meaningful psychiatric care for patients experiencing complex neurological, psychological, and behavioral health conditions, including traumatic brain injury (TBI), PTSD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and related conditions.

As a Psychiatrist at Elevate, you will collaborate closely with Neurologists, Physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, Therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive, evidence-based treatment plans that improve patient outcomes and quality of life.

This position is ideal for a physician who enjoys collaborative care and wants to make a lasting impact in an innovative, growing specialty practice.

Position type: full-time, part-time, or 1099

Location: must reside in Texas

Essential Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations through a secure telemedicine platform.
  • Diagnose and treat a wide range of psychiatric and behavioral health conditions using evidence-based practices.
  • Develop individualized treatment plans, including medication management and ongoing psychiatric follow-up.
  • Monitor treatment effectiveness and adjust care plans as clinically appropriate.
  • Collaborate with Neurologists, Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team to ensure integrated, patient-centered treatment.
  • Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant medical documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR).

Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and organizational standards related to patient care, prescribing, privacy, and telemedicine.

Provide compassionate, trauma-informed care while fostering therapeutic relationships with patients and families.

Support quality improvement initiatives and clinical best practices.

Qualifications

Required

  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO).
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry.
  • Active, unrestricted Texas medical license.
  • Current DEA registration with authority to prescribe controlled substances.
  • Experience diagnosing and treating adult psychiatric disorders.
  • Excellent communication, clinical judgment, and interpersonal skills.
  • Comfortable delivering care through telemedicine technologies.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred

  • Experience treating patients with traumatic brain injury (TBI), PTSD, post-concussion syndrome, chronic pain, or other neurological conditions.
  • Experience with trauma-informed care.
  • Previous telepsychiatry experience.
  • Familiarity with collaborative or integrated behavioral health models.

Work Environment

  • Fully remote position serving patients throughout Texas.
  • Secure home office with reliable high-speed internet required.
  • HIPAA-compliant workspace that ensures patient privacy and confidentiality.
  • Flexible scheduling opportunities based on clinic needs.
  • Open to W2/1099/Full-Time/Part-Time

Why Join Us?

At Elevate Brain Injury & Mental Health, we believe exceptional patient care starts with exceptional collaboration. Our providers work alongside experienced Neurologists, Physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, Therapists, and clinical staff to deliver integrated care for patients whose needs often extend beyond traditional psychiatry.

You'll Have the Opportunity To

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients recovering from brain injuries and complex mental health conditions.

  • Practice in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
  • Enjoy the flexibility of a fully remote position.
  • Focus on high-quality patient care supported by experienced clinical and administrative teams.
  • Join a growing organization committed to innovation, compassion, and clinical excellence.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Elevate Brain Injury & Mental Health and MaxHealth MSO are equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Key Responsibilities

The psychiatrist will conduct comprehensive evaluations and develop evidence-based treatment plans for patients with complex neurological and behavioral health conditions. They will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to ensure integrated, patient-centered care via a secure telemedicine platform.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA LicenseBoard Certification

Key Skills

Clinical documentationPatient assessmentTreatment planningInterdisciplinary collaborationEvidence-based practiceCrisis interventionCommunication skills

Psychiatry — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 30% are remote, 56% have no call, 60% require no weekends — this position is remote.

Psychiatry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 7.5% 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 Remote Psychiatrist at Max Health 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 21,310 active Physician roles listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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About Max Health

Medical Practices
Colleyville, Texas
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible Schedule
Remote Work
Collaborative Team