Psychiatry Jobs in Kentucky
Across 46 live Psychiatry listings in Kentucky, median advertised pay is $220K (75th percentile $385K), based on the 20 that state a salary; Kentucky ranks 2nd of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are LifeStance Health (8), RiverValley Behavioral Health (5), Seven Counties Services (5).
46+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 21, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 20 roles pay ~$220k median with 6.0/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Children's Hospital (Thursday-Sunday)
RiverValley Behavioral HealthOwensboro, KY
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Children's Hospital (Thursday-Sunday)
River Valley Behavioral HealthOwensboro, KY
Behavioral Health Technician - Hospital (2nd Shift)
RiverValley Behavioral HealthOwensboro, KY
Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), PRN - BH Adult
Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - BH Adolescent
Nurse Practitioner Child & Adolescent Inpatient Psychiatry
Sun Behavioral Health GroupErlanger, KY
Nurse Practitioner Child & Adolescent Inpatient Psychiatry
SUN Behavioral KentuckyErlanger, KY
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Henderson Clinic
RiverValley Behavioral HealthHenderson, KY
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
BlueSky TelepsychEmployer score · GoldRemote
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
RiverValley Behavioral HealthOwensboro, KY
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
River Valley Behavioral HealthOwensboro, KY
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Psychiatry Pay in Kentucky: Live Market and State Comparison
Live psychiatry listings in Kentucky today, then Kentucky against neighboring states and the top payers over the last 12 months of our own postings — so every state is measured alike. Not a salary survey.
- Live listings
- 46
- Live median
- $220k
- 75th $385k · n=20
- 12-mo median
- $316k
- Pay rank
- #2 of 51
- Work-life
- 6.1/10 · #19
- 12-mo postings
- 134
Psychiatry roles in Kentucky advertise $117k above the $199k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Rhode Island leads at $316k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs KY | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kentucky (this page) | $316k | — | 6.1/10 | 134 |
| Missouriborders | $255k | −$61k | 5.6/10 | 274 |
| Indianaborders | $199k | −$117k | 6.2/10 | 137 |
| West Virginiaborders | $196k | −$121k | 5.2/10 | 69 |
| Virginiaborders | $188k | −$128k | 5.9/10 | 394 |
| Ohioborders | $185k | −$131k | 5.7/10 | 439 |
| Illinoisborders | $184k | −$132k | 6.4/10 | 528 |
| Tennesseeborders | $182k | −$134k | 5.8/10 | 304 |
“borders” = shares a border with Kentucky; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 21, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- LifeStance Health (8), RiverValley Behavioral Health (5), Seven Counties Services (5)
- Top-rated employers hiring:
- Geode Health (gold, 96/100), Talkiatry (gold, 95/100), Mindpath Health (gold, 93/100) (Top Employers work-life index)
A few things worth knowing
About Psychiatry jobs in Kentucky.
How much do psychiatry earn in Kentucky?
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 5% 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, 10% with no on-call and 20% with no weekends. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring psychiatry in Kentucky right now?
Employers currently hiring for psychiatry roles include RiverValley Behavioral Health, RIVER VALLEY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, Lifepoint Health, River Valley Behavioral Health, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many psychiatry jobs in Kentucky are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 46 psychiatry positions in Kentucky 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 Kentucky
LifeStance Health8 open roles here · WLB 91/100
RiverValley Behavioral Health5 open roles here · WLB 64/100
Seven Counties Services5 open roles here · WLB 70/100Sun Behavioral Health Group2 open roles here · WLB 68/100
SUN Behavioral Kentucky2 open roles here · WLB 75/100