Psychiatrist Adult - Kern County

This Psychiatrist Adult - Kern County position at Southern California Permanente Medical Group 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 Psychiatry position at Southern California Permanente Medical Group 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, 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.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position is based in Kern County, California.

Key skills and qualifications: Psychiatry, Patient Care, Medical Group Partnership, Board Certification, Board Eligibility. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Psychiatry role.

Core responsibilities: The primary responsibility is providing exceptional care to patients within the Southern California Permanente Medical Group (SCPMG) structure. Physicians also have the opportunity to transition into a Partner/Owner of SCPMG after a qualifying period.

Benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plans, Relocation Package, Professional Liability Coverage, PSLF Eligible, Partnership Opportunity. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.