Outpatient Psychiatrist (Remote)

The role

You will provide psychiatric evaluation and treatment to kids, families, and young adults via telehealth. You will work as part of an integrated care team alongside PMHNPs, therapists, and care coordinators.

What you will do

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and assessments across the lifespan
• Diagnose and manage ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma-related conditions, and more
• Develop individualized treatment plans including medication management and therapy recommendations
• Collaborate with therapists, PMHNPs, primary care providers, schools, and families
• Provide crisis intervention and ongoing support as needed
• Participate in team meetings and clinical consultations
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in compliance with HIPAA and Georgia regulations
• Stay current on developments in psychiatric care and evidence-based treatment

Required qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Completed psychiatry residency
• Board certified or board eligible in psychiatry
• Active Georgia medical license
• DEA license
• Strong communication skills
• Genuine comfort working with diverse patient populations

Nice to have

• Bilingual English/Spanish
• Experience in outpatient, community mental health, or integrated care settings
• Familiarity with telepsychiatry platforms and EHR systems

Benefits

• Malpractice insurance coverage provided
• CME reimbursement
• Flexible scheduling

About the company

Backpack Healthcare provides mental health care for children, teens, and young adults online. The company is clinician-led and minority-owned.