Psychiatrist (Contract | 1099)
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Job Description
At In My Heart Psychology & Counseling, we believe in providing compassionate, holistic, and multidisciplinary mental health care to our community. Our practice is dedicated to creating a warm, supportive, and inclusive environment where clients feel truly seen, heard, and valued.
We collaborate closely across disciplines to ensure seamless, integrative care. As we expand our services to better meet the growing needs of our families and individuals, we are seeking a dedicated and empathetic Psychiatrist to join our dynamic team.
Position Overview
We are looking for a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Psychiatrist (Adult, Child/Adolescent, or General) who is passionate about delivering high-quality, evidence-based psychiatric care. In this role, you will provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and medication management. Please note that this is a contract position (1099).
You will thrive here if you value clinical autonomy, appreciate a collaborative team approach, and are deeply committed to fostering long-term patient wellness.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and risk assessments for a diverse patient population.
Develop, implement, and monitor individualized, evidence-based pharmacological treatment plans.
Provide regular medication management follow-ups, adjusting treatments as necessary to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Collaborate closely with our multidisciplinary team of psychologists, counselors, and administrative staff to ensure a holistic approach to patient care.
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant electronic health records (EHR) in accordance with practice protocols and HIPAA standards.
Educate patients and their families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, risks/benefits of medications, and overall wellness strategies.
Qualifications & Skills
- Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD) from an accredited program.
- Residency: Completion of an accredited Psychiatry Residency program (Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship is a major plus).
- Licensure: Active, unrestricted medical license to practice in the state of Texas.
Certifications
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry; current, unrestricted DEA registration and DPS registration (if applicable).
Experience
Strong clinical judgment with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Experience in private practice or multidisciplinary outpatient settings is preferred.
Values: A compassionate, patient-centered approach to care, with a commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality and professional ethics.
What We Offer
Competitive Compensation: Percentage-based split (60/40).
Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling with options for full-time or part-time hours. The role is hybrid with some sessions requiring to be on-site.
Administrative Support: We look after credentialing, billing, scheduling the initial intake. Follow-up appointments and issues with session notes are to be taken care of by the provider.
Collaborative Culture: A warm, team-oriented environment with regular opportunities for cross-referrals and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Modern Infrastructure: Access to user-friendly, streamlined electronic health records and telehealth platforms.
How to Apply
If you are looking to grow your career within a supportive, values-driven practice that prioritizes both patient care and clinician well-being, we would love to hear from you.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an MD from an accredited program, complete a Psychiatry Residency, and possess an active Texas medical license. Board certification or eligibility in Psychiatry, along with current DEA and DPS registrations, is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Psychiatry — Physician Career Context
In Texas, the Psychiatry weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$334k (57 salary observations; 437 listings), vs ~$324k nationally (1,405 salary observations; 7,530 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2025-11-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.7 / 10 · above average in psychiatry | ranked against 1,810 Psychiatry listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Psychiatry median $376k (middle half $275k–$400k)243 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Texas vs national | $334k median in Texas | $324k nationally (+3%)57 state / 1,405 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Texas index 97.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Psychiatry listings in Texas | 177 active | 1,802 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | remote | peers: 54% remote · 48% no call · 46% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Texas physician listings (all specialties): 21% state a sign-on bonus (median $75k) · 5% offer loan repayment1,000 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 | 868 the 30 days before (+49%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Psychiatry pay trend | −2.9% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Psychiatrist (Contract | 1099) at Confidential Employer a 7.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the Above average in Psychiatry — ranked against 1,810 active Psychiatry listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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