Psychiatrist - Lincoln (82442)
Listed compensation
starting at $380K
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: Lincoln Correctional Center - Lincoln, IL 62656Position Type: Full-TimeEducation Level: Professional DegreeJob Shift: DayJob Category: Medical Physician & Advanced Practice ProviderCenturion Health is proud to be the NEW provider of healthcare services to the Illinois Department of Corrections.
We are currently seeking a full-time, onsite Psychiatrist to join our team at Lincoln Correctional Center located in Lincoln, Illinois.
The Psychiatrist provides psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis and treatment for patients, works under the supervision of the Psychiatric Medical Director, and provides clinical leadership for a multidisciplinary team in providing mental health services to patients with psychiatric disorders or other mental health issues. Annual salary starting at $380,000 or higher based on years of experience.
Qualifications Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school required Active, unrestricted MD/DO Illinois license or ability to obtain Active, unrestricted DEA Ability to pass credentialing, drug screening and background check BC/BE in a Psychiatry specialty is required We offer comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including: Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance 401(k) with company match Generous paid time off Paid holidays Flexible Spending Account Continuing Education benefits Much more...
Advantages of Working in Correctional Healthcare
Freedom from complex, restrictive managed care policies and reimbursement hassles Time to initiate change, track progress and conduct better follow-up Ability to work with a clinically rich and diverse patient population
About Us
Centurion Health contracts with state and local governments nationwide to provide comprehensive healthcare services to correctional facilities, state hospitals, and other community settings.
Our dedication to making a difference and our passionate team of the best and the brightest healthcare employees has made us one of the leaders of the correctional health industry. Whether you are driven by purpose and impact or on a journey of professional growth, our opportunities can offer both.
For additional information contact Amy Burns, Provider Recruiter, aburns4@teamcenturion.com or 703-544-7702.
Key Responsibilities
The Psychiatrist provides psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for patients within a correctional facility. They also provide clinical leadership for a multidisciplinary team to deliver mental health services.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited school and possess an active, unrestricted Illinois license. Additionally, they must have an active DEA registration and be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry.
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, 42% are remote, 70% have no call, 72% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$380k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $380k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Psychiatry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 6.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Psychiatrist - Lincoln (82442) at Centurion Health a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 25% in Psychiatry — ranked against 1,886 active Psychiatry listings on WeekdayDoc.
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Living in Lincoln
- Median resident rent
- $828/mo≈ 3% of gross pay
- Residents’ average commute
- 18 min
- State income tax
- Up to 5%
Sources & methodology
Sources: U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.