Psychiatry Jobs in California
Across 390 live Psychiatry listings in California, median advertised pay is $250K (75th percentile $423K), based on the 256 that state a salary; California ranks 26th of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are LifeStance Health (49), Telecare (24), Southern California Permanente Medical Group (13).
390+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 16, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
390+ Psychiatry Jobs in California Available Now
These 256 roles pay ~$250k median with 6.0/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Mood HealthEmployer score · GoldOakland, CA
Supervising Psychiatrist
Mood HealthEmployer score · GoldRemote
Outpatient Psychiatrist (Adult or Child & Adolescent)
LifeStance HealthEmployer score · SilverModesto, CA
Outpatient Psychiatrist (Adult or Child & Adolescent)
LifeStance HealthEmployer score · SilverBurlingame, CA
Outpatient Psychiatrist (Adult or Child & Adolescent)
LifeStance HealthEmployer score · SilverSan Diego, CA
Outpatient Psychiatrist (Adult or Child & Adolescent)
LifeStance HealthEmployer score · SilverSan Francisco, CA
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Mood HealthEmployer score · GoldCarmel-by-the-Sea, CA
PMHNP |Adult and Adolescent | Excellent Compensation| Madera, CA
River Vista Behavioral HealthMadera, CA
PMHNP |Adult and Adolescent | Excellent Compensation| Madera, CA
River Vista Behavioral Health HospitalMadera, CA
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - CA
Mavida HealthEmployer score · GoldRemote
Medical Director - Psychiatry
Pacific Neuropsychiatric SpecialistsEmployer score · SilverLong Beach, CA
Medical Director - Psychiatry
Pacific Neuropsychiatric SpecialistsEmployer score · SilverOrange, CA
Outpatient Psychiatrist (Adult or Child & Adolescent)
LifeStance HealthEmployer score · SilverAnaheim, CA
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How California Compares for Psychiatry Pay
California against neighboring states and the top payers, from our own psychiatry postings over the last 12 months — not a salary survey.
Psychiatry pay in California sits level with the $200k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Rhode Island leads at $316k.
| State | Median pay | vs CA | WLB | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California (this page) | $200k | — | 6.1/10 | 1138 |
| Rhode Island#1 | $316k | +$116k | 6.8/10 | 115 |
| Kentucky#2 | $316k | +$115k | 6.1/10 | 132 |
| Delaware#3 | $312k | +$111k | 5.8/10 | 84 |
| New Hampshire#4 | $298k | +$97k | 6.7/10 | 130 |
| Nevadaborders | $214k | +$14k | 5.9/10 | 62 |
| Arizonaborders | $202k | +$2k | 5.8/10 | 315 |
| Oregonborders | $186k | −$14k | 6.5/10 | 170 |
“borders” = shares a border with California; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states.
Psychiatry Jobs in California: Market Overview & Work-Life Balance
Listing snapshot: this overview summarizes the jobs loaded on this page. Market comparisons use the separate scope and time period labeled in their section.
California offers a competitive market for healthcare professionals seeking psychiatry jobs in california. With 390+ open positions, clinicians have strong options for career growth and work-life balance. 75% of listed positions offer remote or hybrid arrangements.
Every listing is evaluated using WeekdayDoc's proprietary work-life balance scoring system. Psychiatry Jobs in California on this page have an average score of 7/10, with 40% with no on-call requirements, 85% with no weekends, 75% offering remote work. This data helps clinicians quickly identify positions that match their lifestyle priorities without reading through hundreds of job descriptions.
Leading employers currently hiring for psychiatry jobs in california include Mood Health, LifeStance Health, Telecare, Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists, and more. Positions span psychiatry jobs california. New jobs are added daily as healthcare organizations expand their teams.
Among the top-rated employers hiring for psychiatry jobs in california, Geode Health (score: 96.4/100), Talkiatry (score: 95.4/100), Mindpath Health (score: 91.6/100) have earned WeekdayDoc's Top Employer designation based on our proprietary ranking system. This ranking evaluates burnout scores (40%), salary competitiveness (30%), and work-life balance features like no-call and remote options (30%). See the full rankings on our Top Employers page.
According to WeekdayDoc's Market Pulse — which tracks real-time compensation data from thousands of active job postings — the current median salary is $193K, trending up 12.8% over the past quarter. Explore salary trends and burnout data on our Market Pulse dashboard.
A few things worth knowing
About Psychiatry jobs in California.
How much do psychiatry earn in California?
A reliable salary estimate is unavailable for this sample of psychiatry. Compensation varies by role, specialty, location, and schedule. Compare employer-posted pay where disclosed, including its currency and pay period; missing pay is not estimated.
Are there remote or hybrid psychiatry jobs available?
Yes — about 75% of current psychiatry listings offer remote or hybrid work. You can filter for telehealth and work-from-home options, and every listing shows its remote status before you apply.
Which psychiatry jobs have the best work-life balance?
Every psychiatry role on WeekdayDoc is scored for burnout risk using call schedule, weekend and night requirements, and remote flexibility. Among current listings, 40% with no on-call and 85% with no weekends. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring psychiatry in California right now?
Employers currently hiring for psychiatry roles include Mood Health, LifeStance Health, Telecare, Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many psychiatry jobs in california are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 390 psychiatry positions in California listed, with new roles added as employers post them. Job descriptions are public. Verified sign-in with Google or email gives free access to regular Apply, full search, and standard Market Insights. Saved jobs, My Search, and the dashboard also require verified sign-in. Eligible featured employer listings allow Apply without signup or email. Basic calculators are public and free; optional AI contract analysis, RVU Billing Optimizer, and Schedule Optimizer reports remain paid.
Employers hiring now
Organizations with the most openings in Psychiatry Jobs in California
Telecare24 open roles here · WLB 46/100
Southern California Permanente Medical Group13 open roles here · WLB 74/100
Adventist Health12 open roles here · WLB 58/100Headlight12 open roles here · WLB 99/100
- Mood Health11 open roles here · WLB 100/100
- Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists10 open roles here · WLB 95/100
Mindpath Health8 open roles here · WLB 99/100