Psychiatrist – Tribal Health | Outpatient | Southern California

Location: Alpine / Campo, CA
Facility: Southern Indian Health Council (SIHC)
Position: Psychiatrist
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM)
Pay: $235 per hour

Make an Impact in Community Behavioral Health

Southern Indian Health Council is seeking a Board-Certified Psychiatrist to provide outpatient psychiatric care while supporting a collaborative, multidisciplinary care team serving Native American communities.

This role combines direct patient care, care coordination, and quality improvement involvement in a mission-driven environment.

Position Overview

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions (~20 patients/week)

• Provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management

• Develop individualized treatment plans and provide ongoing care

• Collaborate with physicians, social workers, and behavioral health teams

• Counsel patients and families; support continuity of care

• Participate in peer review, clinical meetings, and quality improvement initiatives

• Maintain accurate and compliant medical documentation

Key Responsibilities

• Prescribe and manage medications for mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders

• Conduct diagnostic testing and assessments as needed

• Coordinate referrals and specialty services

• Participate in outreach and community mental health education

• Support integrated behavioral health within primary care

• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (AAAHC, OSHA, etc.)

Qualifications

• MD or DO with Board Certification in Psychiatry

• Active, unrestricted California medical license

• Minimum 2 years of community-based clinical experience

• DEA registration

• CPR & ACLS certification

• Experience working with diverse populations; sensitivity to Native American culture strongly preferred

Additional Requirements

• Valid California driver’s license

• Ability to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment

• Participation in compliance training and quality initiatives

• Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

✔ $235/hour compensation
✔ Outpatient-focused schedule (M–F, no nights listed)
✔ Work with underserved and Native communities
✔ Collaborative, team-based care model
✔ Opportunity to be involved in program development and outreach

Apply Today

If you’re a Psychiatrist looking for meaningful work, strong team collaboration, and the ability to make a real impact in community mental health, we encourage you to apply.