Psychiatrist
Listed compensation
$400k-$450k
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Job Description
About Us
At Neuro Wellness Spa, we are committed to providing cutting-edge mental health care through a patient-centered approach. Since 2009, our dedicated, knowledgeable, and compassionate team has worked to ensure patients receive the highest quality and most comprehensive mental healthcare possible. As a leading provider of TMS, psychopharmacology, and psychotherapy, we are continuing to expand our services and clinical footprint across California.
Summary of Position
This pivotal role advances our mission to provide exceptional, evidence-based care. The Medical Director oversees psychiatric services, including psychopharmacology, PMHNP supervision, and rTMS therapy.
Responsibilities include staff management, regulatory compliance, interdisciplinary collaboration, and staff training.
Additionally, this position supports business development through community outreach, events, and content contributions for media and social media, while driving quality improvement and enhancing mental health awareness and access to care.
Essential Responsibilities
Clinical Leadership
- Provide clinical leadership and oversight in the delivery of psychiatric services.
- Directly contribute to the development and implementation of treatment plans for patients.
- Staff management of PMHNPs, TMS Techs and front office admin.
Psychopharmacology
Prescribe and manage medication regimens for patients with psychiatric disorders.
Stay updated on the latest research and advancements in psychopharmacology to ensure the highest standard of care.
PMHNP Supervision
Supervise psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioners, providing guidance, support, and feedback to ensure quality care delivery.
- Conduct clinical meetings, didactics, chart review.
- Conduct treatment planning, manage pharmacological interventions, build patient rapport, address patient concerns/complaints.
- Co-sign clinical notes of supervised PMHNPs in DrChrono, as required.
RTMS Therapy
- Oversee the application of Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) therapy for eligible patients.
- Stay informed about best practices and emerging evidence in the use of rTMS for various psychiatric conditions.
Compliance
- Maintain clinical protocols, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance the overall quality of care provided.
- Participate in compliance initiatives and ensure compliance in all capacities.
Collaboration
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including psychiatrists, therapists, psychologists, social workers, and other members of the interdisciplinary team, to provide comprehensive care to patients.
Education and Training
Provide education and training to site staff members on relevant clinical topics, treatment modalities, and evidence-based practices.
- Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the organization.
- Attend and participate in the monthly NWS provider meeting.
Community Outreach and Engagement
Represent the organization in professional settings and engage with community stakeholders to promote awareness of mental health issues and available treatment options.
Request patient reviews, surveys and testimonials, when appropriate.
Participate in ideas and content generation for media features including articles, blogs, social media and more.
Education & Experience
Board-certified Medical Doctor (“MD”) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (“DO”) with a current, active Drug Enforcement Administration (“DEA”) license in California.
- Experience in evidence-based psychopharmacology and medication management.
- Experience managing time effectively with high volume care.
Required Skills/Abilities
- Commitment to delivering exceptional patient care.
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
- Expert knowledge of principles of communication; verbal and written, to deal with all levels of personnel.
- Ability to adapt to change in clinical practices, regulations and patient needs.
- Must be comfortable and effective in both as an individual contributor and a collaborative team player in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, adapting as the company grows.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong diagnostic skills and comprehensive understanding of medical best practices.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and disability coverage
- 401k and 401k matching
- Generous paid sick, time off, and holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Professional development opportunities
- Other company - sponsored wellness or support programs
Compensation
$400,000 - $450,000 per year.
Key Responsibilities
The Medical Director provides clinical leadership, oversees psychiatric services including psychopharmacology and rTMS therapy, and manages staff performance. They also drive quality improvement initiatives, ensure regulatory compliance, and engage in community outreach to promote mental health awareness.
Requirements
Candidates must be a board-certified MD or DO with an active California DEA license. The role requires extensive experience in evidence-based psychopharmacology, medication management, and strong leadership skills to manage clinical staff effectively.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Psychiatry — Physician Career Context
Neuro Wellness S ranks #1 of 13 employers hiring Psychiatrist on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay, and holds silver-tier status on the Top Employers work-life index, composite score 81/100, 7 active listings.
Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 58% are remote, 52% have no call, 58% require no weekends.
Psychiatry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 7.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$425k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $384k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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