Psychiatrist
Listed compensation
starts at $274,684
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
Grow Healthy
If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference.
We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone.
Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.
Job Overview
The Psychiatrist is responsible for psychiatric evaluation and development of comprehensive treatment plans, including pharmacotherapy, for patients with a wide range of mental health conditions.
The Psychiatrist provides clinical consultation to other medical providers and staff regarding diagnostic workups and treatment interventions.
In addition, the Psychiatrist manages the psychiatric care of patients in multi-disciplinary collaboration with other members of the healthcare team to help patients achieve their health goals and ensures that the patient care provided at AltaMed clinics is maintained at the highest levels of excellence and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and best practices.
Minimum Requirements
Must hold an active, valid, and unrestricted license from the California Medical Board to practice as a Psychiatrist in the State of California.
Must be a graduate of an accredited medical school and have completed of Psychiatry Residency at an accredited program.
A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.
Compensation
Pay for this job starts at $274,684.80 annually
Compensation Disclaimer
Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.
- Benefits & Career Development
- Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
- 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Flexible Spending
- Career Advancement & Development opportunities
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Paid CME Days
- Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Corporate Employee Discounts
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Pet Care Insurance
Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement
AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers.
You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you.
After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
Key Responsibilities
The Psychiatrist is responsible for conducting psychiatric evaluations and developing comprehensive treatment plans, including pharmacotherapy, for patients with diverse mental health conditions. They also provide clinical consultation to medical staff and collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an active, valid, and unrestricted license from the California Medical Board to practice as a Psychiatrist. Additionally, applicants must be graduates of an accredited medical school, have completed a Psychiatry Residency, and possess a valid BLS certification.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Psychiatry — Physician Career Context
Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 62% are remote, 52% have no call, 66% require no weekends.
Psychiatry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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