Staff Psychiatrist – Outpatient Behavioral Health Opportunity in Alabama
Job at a glance
Job description
An established healthcare organization is seeking a compassionate and skilled Staff Psychiatrist to provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for children, adolescents, and adults experiencing mental health, emotional, and behavioral conditions.
This opportunity is ideal for a psychiatrist who values patient advocacy, clinical excellence, and providing accessible, patient-centered behavioral healthcare.
The psychiatrist will provide evidence-based psychiatric services, develop individualized treatment plans, prescribe medications when appropriate, and collaborate with patients, families, and multidisciplinary care teams to support positive mental health outcomes.
Join a mission-driven healthcare environment where physicians have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the community while delivering high-quality psychiatric care.
Job Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments and consultations
Obtain detailed medical and psychiatric histories
Diagnose and treat mental health conditions
Develop individualized treatment plans
Prescribe psychiatric medications using evidence-based practices
Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
Provide patient and family education regarding mental health conditions and treatment options
Coordinate care with schools, community organizations, and healthcare partners when appropriate
Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation
Collaborate with clinical leadership to support quality psychiatric care
Participate in program development and improvement initiatives
Qualifications
MD or equivalent medical degree from an accredited institution
Completion of required medical internship training
Active Alabama medical license or ability to obtain
Completion of accredited Psychiatry residency program
Minimum one year of psychiatric care experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience treating children, adolescents, and adults
Strong outpatient psychiatry background
Experience working with diverse patient populations
Interest in integrated behavioral healthcare models
Working Hours
Skills
Medication management
Evidence-based treatment planning
Strong clinical judgment
Excellent communication skills
Patient advocacy mindset
Collaborative team approach
Ability to explain complex medical information clearly
Commitment to compassionate behavioral healthcare
Psychiatrist, Staff Psychiatrist, Outpatient Psychiatrist, General Psychiatrist, Adult Psychiatrist, Child Psychiatrist, Adolescent Psychiatrist, Behavioral Health Physician, Mental Health Physician, Psychiatry MD, Psychiatry DO