Psychiatrist - Pontiac (83842)
Listed compensation
starting at $380,000
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time · on-site
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: Pontiac Correctional Center - Pontiac, IL 61764, Position Type: Full-Time, Education Level: Professional Degree, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Medical Physician & Advanced Practice Provider, Centurion 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 Pontiac Correctional Center located in Pontiac, Illinois. The Psychiatrist provides psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis and treatment for patients, works under the super
- vision 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, dis
- ability 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
Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with psychiatric disorders and other mental health issues. Work under the Psychiatric Medical Director and provide clinical leadership to a multidisciplinary team delivering mental health services.
Requirements
Requires an MD or DO from an accredited medical school, an active unrestricted Illinois medical license or the ability to obtain one, and an active unrestricted DEA registration. Candidates must be board-certified or board-eligible in psychiatry and able to pass credentialing, drug screening, and a background check.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 10+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Psychiatry — Physician Career Context
Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 50% are remote, 46% have no call, 60% require no weekends.
Psychiatry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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