Outpatient Psychiatrist (MD/DO) - 100% Remote - Illinois License or Active IMLC Required
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Starting at $300K
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Job Description
- Position: Outpatient Psychiatrist (MD/DO) - 100% Remote - Illinois License or Active IMLC Required
- Licensure: Active Illinois MD or DO License or Active IMLC License Required
- Compensation: Starting at $300,000
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM CST (40 hours per week) | Fully Remote - CST (U.S. Only)
- Make a Difference in Behavioral Health - Right from Home!
Are you a passionate Psychiatrist (MD/DO) looking for a flexible, fully remote opportunity to provide high-quality care? At Iris Telehealth, we're on a mission to expand access to high-quality behavioral health care and we'd love for you to be part of it.
We're looking for a Psychiatrist licensed in Illinois or holding an active IMLC license to join one of our behavioral healthcare partners in an outpatient setting, treating patients ages 18+. This role offers the flexibility to work 40 hours per week and the support of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team so you can focus on delivering impactful care.
You'll work with experts in psychiatry, neurology, and psychology, supported by a robust administrative team, allowing you to focus on patient care.
About the Role
- Setting: 100% Remote | Outpatient Clinic based in Illinois
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 40 hrs/wk in CST | Clinic Hours 8:00 AM-5:00 PM CST
- Patient Population: Ages 18+
- Diagnoses: Depression, anxiety, ADHD, schizophrenia, mood disorders, co-occurring disorders, and other general mental health conditions
- Appointments: 60 minutes for initial evaluations, 20 minutes for follow-up appointments
- Administrative Time: 60 minutes per day
- EMR: Epic
Remote & Supported: Fully remote opportunity with comprehensive administrative, operational, and telehealth support
Collaborative Environment: Work closely with a dedicated care team to provide high-quality behavioral healthcare
- No On-Call Duties
- No NP Supervision Required
Why Iris Telehealth?
Mission-Driven Work: At Iris Telehealth, our mission is at the heart of everything we do: increasing access to high-quality mental health care. As a Joint Commission Accredited organization, we’re proud to partner with clinicians to deliver care to the communities that need it most.
Comprehensive Clinician Support: From licensing and credentialing to IT, onboarding, and administrative support we’ve got you covered so you can focus on what matters most: providing excellent patient care.
Work-Life Balance: We know how important it is to feel balanced and supported. Our roles offer the flexibility of remote work, helping you maintain a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.
At Iris Telehealth, you’ll have the chance to deliver impactful care to underserved communities and work with a multidisciplinary team to enhance access to high-quality behavioral health care. Apply today to be part of our mission-driven team, transforming mental health care - one patient at a time - all from the comfort of your home!
Qualifications
- Completion of a 4-year ACGME-accredited Psychiatry residency
- Active Illinois medical license or active IMLC license required
- Availability for 40 hours per week during CST business hours
- Experience and comfort treating patients across varying acuity levels
- Experience treating adults ages 18+
- Telehealth experience preferred (experience using Epic is a plus)
Reside in the U.S. or a U.S. territory
Our Benefits
At Iris Telehealth, we believe great care starts with caring for our clinicians. We’re proud to offer benefits that support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance — so you can focus on doing what you do best: providing exceptional care.
All Iris Clinicians Receive
- Competitive compensation — your expertise deserves to be recognized and rewarded
- Work-from-home flexibility — skip the commute & enjoy greater flexibility
- Comprehensive malpractice coverage — full protection, zero hassle
- Licensing & credentialing support — we handle the logistics so you can focus on care
- Upfront payment of all state licensing fees — no delays, no out-of-pocket costs
- Home office setup & 24/7 IT support — everything you need to succeed virtually
Full-time Iris Clinicians Also Enjoy
- 4 weeks of PTO + 8 flexible paid holidays — time to recharge, your way
- Annual CME budget & starting office upgrade stipend — invest in your growth and set up your perfect space
- Comprehensive health coverage — access to a large national network for medical, dental, and vision care
- 100% employer-paid life insurance — financial security for you and your loved ones
- 401(k) with employer match — plan confidently for your future
- Optional short- & long-term disability coverage — added protection when you need it
About Us
At Iris Telehealth, we empower our clinicians to provide high-quality virtual behavioral health care to patients across the U.S. We believe in supporting our clinicians with comprehensive resources, allowing them to focus on patient care and make a genuine difference.
Partnering with healthcare facilities nationwide, we handle the administrative tasks so our clinicians can focus on what they do best—providing top-quality care. With strong support for licensing and credentialing, we ensure our providers are equipped to serve patients in underserved areas.
Our commitment to work-life balance and respect for our clinicians' expertise sets us apart as a leading behavioral healthcare organization. At Iris, you're more than just a number; you're a valued member of a mission-driven team dedicated to expanding access to mental health care. Experience the difference we bring to behavioral healthcare!
If you are a current Iris provider, thank you for your dedication and service! If you're interested in this opportunity, please contact your Practice Manager for more information about eligibility requirements and how this role compares to your current position.
- Iris Telehealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all state and federal laws regarding EEOC.
- Job Type: Full Time
- Compensation: Starting at $300,000
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality outpatient psychiatric care to patients aged 18 and older via a 100% remote telehealth platform. Conduct initial evaluations and follow-up appointments while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to manage various mental health conditions.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Outpatient Psychiatrist (MD/DO) - 100% Remote - Illinois License or Active IMLC Required at Iris Telehealth for Providers a 9.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as exceptional. This places the position in the top 5% in Psychiatry — ranked against 1,760 active Psychiatry listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts, remote work flexibility.
Psychiatry — Physician Career Context
Iris Telehealth for Providers holds gold-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 87/100, 16 active listings.
Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 66% are remote, 56% have no call, 74% require no weekends — this position is remote.
Psychiatry pay on WeekdayDoc is down 4.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
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.
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