Outpatient Psychiatrist (Independent Contractor)
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Job Description
- Level: Experienced
- Job Location: Main Campus - McKeesport, PA
- Position Type: Part Time
- Education Level: 4 Year Degree
- Salary Range: Undisclosed
- Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
- Job Shift: Any
- Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services
Auberle strengthens thousands of individuals and families each year, helping to build strong communities. Auberle has evolved into a premier multi-service agency with programs spanning Workforce Development, Housing, Foster Care, Young Adult Services, and Behavioral Health.
Auberle’s mission is to help build strong individuals, families, and communities Program Description: Auberle Outpatient Wellness and Counseling provides trauma-informed, evidence-based mental health and substance use services for individuals, families, and communities.
Our program offers therapy, psychiatric medication management, and case coordination to ensure holistic, client-centered care. Clinicians work with clients to develop personalized treatment plans that promote resilience and well-being.
Position Title and Overview: Outpatient Psychiatrist – Contractor Offer weekly supervision and consultative support to clinical staff. Ensure clinical guidance is timely and documented per agency standards. Complete thorough psychiatric assessments for youth and adults, including children as young as 5 years old.
Submit evaluations within 48 hours. Oversee safe, effective medication regimens for a caseload of 30–50 clients. Monitor side effects and maintain accurate medication notes. Deliver care across mental health services. Maintain all treatment documentation in line with clinical and regulatory timelines.
Work with a multidisciplinary team to build integrated, client-centered care plans. Participate in team meetings and coordinate care regularly.
Qualifications
Location and Travel Requirements: This position is primarily located in McKeesport and Downtown Pittsburgh. All positions are also expected to come to training, meetings, and other events at Main Campus in McKeesport, as scheduled. The travel required for this position is regular.
Position Requirements: Act 33/34 and FBI Clearances Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) from an accredited medical school. Completion of a four-year psychiatry residency program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or equivalent.
Board Certification or eligibility for certification by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) is preferred. Current DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances. Valid PA driver’s license, vehicle, registration, and proof of insurance.
Able to work independently, take initiative, and problem-solve with minimal supervision. Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with clients, staff, and external partners. Great Benefits: Flexible schedule with a minimum commitment of 14 hours per week.
Competitive compensation as an independent contractor (1099). Apply Here: If you are mission-driven, passionate about helping others, and eager to succeed, we encourage you to apply. To join our team, please apply at auberle.org Learn more about us at auberle.org Auberle is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Key Responsibilities
The psychiatrist will provide psychiatric medication management, conduct thorough assessments for youth and adults, and offer consultative support to clinical staff. They will work within a multidisciplinary team to develop and maintain integrated, client-centered treatment plans.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an M.D. or D.O. degree, have completed a four-year psychiatry residency, and possess a current DEA registration. Additionally, applicants must have valid Act 33/34 and FBI clearances and a valid driver's license with reliable transportation.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Psychiatry — Physician Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 60% are remote, 54% have no call, 50% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living | Pennsylvania index 97.6 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Psychiatry listings in Pennsylvania | 120 active | 1,863 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 60% remote · 54% no call · 50% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Pennsylvania physician listings (all specialties): 28% state a sign-on bonus (median $73k) · 15% offer loan repayment928 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Psychiatry hiring demand | #27 of 28 specialties | postings stay open a median 34 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 728 postings, 654 closed |
| New Psychiatry listings | 1,296 in the last 30 days | 906 the 30 days before (+43%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Psychiatry pay trend | −4.5% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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