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Pontiac, Illinois

Psychiatrist - Pontiac (83842)

PsychiatryNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

starting at $380,000

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Employment & setting
Full-Time · on-site
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
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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

DEA LicenseBoard Certification

Key Skills

Psychiatric DiagnosisPsychiatric TreatmentMultidisciplinary Team CollaborationPatient Care

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).

Top Psychiatrist Jobs

36 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution36 jobs · 14 employers

8
<$350k
4
$350k-400k
11
$400k-450k
8
$450k-500k
5
$500k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks36 jobs · 14 employers

401k / retirement match
83% this job
Sign-on bonus
72%
CME allowance
33% this job
Loan repayment
11%
Visa sponsorship
11%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists · Orange, California

$360k-$541k
#2

Interventional Psychiatrist

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From $500k
#3

Clinical Psychiatrist - Child Adolescent or Adult

$320k-$500k
#4

Outpatient Psychiatrist

$500k
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Work-life snapshot

5.1/ 10
Listing-based score
  • No nights
  • On-site

Living in Pontiac

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$176k
Median resident rent
$842/mo
Residents’ average commute
17 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Centurion Health

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1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
401k with company match
Generous paid time off
Paid holidays