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23% below median for Psychiatry in US — negotiate
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Job Description
About the Role
Join Headlight as a Outpatient Psychiatrist – Part-Time, $250/hr in United States. Join a team that’s transforming mental healthcare. Founded by psychiatrists, Headlight is more than a company: it’s a movement.
Key Responsibilities
- Must have a medical degree, have completed an approved psychiatric residency Board Certification with The American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) Full, unencumbered MD license in the state you practice Active DEA in the state your prescribing In-depth knowledge of various psychotherapeutic methods Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain medical terms and conditions to a non-medical audience Strong observation skills to accurately evaluate patients’ demeanor and identify symptoms A great bedside manner and the ability to remain calm, empathetic and patient while interacting with patients who suffer from severe mental disorders Thoughtful and compassionate Must be able to work in office 2 to 3 day per week as part of our hybrid model to support our Spravato Program.
- Must have demonstrated experience in utilizing electronic health record systems efficiently to manage patient data, document clinical information, and access patient histories.
- implement better ways of delivering care.
- provide industry-leading benefits, sick leave, 401(k) contributions, and more.
Requirements
- depth knowledge of various psychotherapeutic methods Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain medical terms and conditions to a non
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $250 - $270/hr
- 401(k) with employer match.
Work Schedule
- Part-Time position.
- Hybrid position - combination of remote and on-site.
- Flexible scheduling available.
This position offers competitive compensation. Work with Headlight in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Join Our Talent Network - Outpatient Psychiatrist (PT) at Headlight a 8.8 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 3% of all Psychiatry physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, remote work flexibility, flexible scheduling.
Clinicians in this score range report high career satisfaction and sustainable workloads. This is an ideal fit for providers who prioritize long-term career longevity.
Psychiatry — Physician Career Context
This Psychiatry position at Headlight 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.
Remote physician positions in Psychiatry have grown significantly in recent years, offering clinicians the ability to maintain a full patient panel without geographic constraints or commute-related burnout.
Compensation Analysis
Headlight lists compensation for this physician position at $250k to $270k annually.
This is approximately 13% below the national median for Psychiatry professionals, which is around $300k.
This position also offers production-based compensation: $270000 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.
Location & Logistics
This is a fully remote physician position. Remote clinicians can practice from any state where they hold an active license, eliminating commute time and offering maximum schedule flexibility. Many remote healthcare positions also allow providers to establish a more sustainable long-term practice pattern.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Fully remote — work from anywhere with an active license
- Flexible scheduling options available
- Transparent compensation ($250k–$270k)
- Exceptional work-life balance score (8.8/10)
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Medical Degree, Psychiatric Residency, Board Certification, MD License, Active DEA, Psychotherapeutic Methods, Communication Skills, Observation Skills. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Psychiatry role.
Core responsibilities: Responsibilities include reviewing patient medical history, evaluating mental states, identifying disorders, determining treatments, and prescribing medications. Clinicians will also develop care plans, analyze tests, track progress, coordinate hospitalizations if needed, and advise patients on copi...
Benefits package: W-2 Role, Sick Pay, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) with Company Contribution, Credentialing Support, Training and Development, Flexible Schedule, Hybrid Work Options. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
About WeekdayDoc
WeekdayDoc is the only healthcare job board that scores every position for burnout risk and work-life balance. Every listing includes a proprietary burnout score, transparent salary data when available, and lifestyle filters for no-call, no-weekends, and remote positions. Browse more Psychiatry physician jobs on WeekdayDoc to compare work-life balance scores and compensation across employers.
Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (5)
Hybrid work (Schedule flexibility ↓ burnout)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Clinical autonomy (Poor control = 2.1x risk)
Flexible scheduling (Schedule control protective)
Interpretation: Position shows strong burnout protection across lifestyle and workplace culture factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Part-time
Posted
1mo ago
Psychiatry shortage = strong negotiating position
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