Psychiatrist (Behavioral Health)

This Psychiatrist (Behavioral Health) position at San Ysidro Health includes the following lifestyle factors: no on-call duties. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.

This Psychiatry position at San Ysidro Health is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Psychiatry professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $300k, with the typical range spanning $230k to $400k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position is based in California.

Key skills and qualifications: Psychiatric Assessment, Medication Management, Crisis Intervention, Cultural Sensitivity, Behavioral Health, Consultation, Quality Assurance, Documentation. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Psychiatry role.

Core responsibilities: The psychiatrist is responsible for performing psychiatric assessments, medication management, and diagnostic evaluations of patients in a primary care setting. They also provide consultation to clinical staff and participate in quality assurance activities.