Psychiatrist - Child & Adolescent - 1099 Contractor (Virtual) - Louisiana

The role

Provide virtual psychiatric care as a contract psychiatrist. Conduct live 60-minute video intake appointments and follow-ups, including psychiatric evaluations and medication management.

What you will do

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, formulate diagnoses, and create individualized treatment plans for each developmental stage
• Use proven therapeutic techniques and medication management for conditions such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, and mood disorders
• Educate families on mental health issues, involve them in care planning, and guide supportive measures at home
• Conduct virtual psychiatric sessions and maintain regular communication with members and families
• Take part in team meetings and collaborative care planning, and support other team members
• Keep accurate, timely documentation and use data analytics to assess outcomes and improve care
• Follow regulatory and quality standards, continue professional development, and practice ethically
• Refer patients to evidence-based therapy and coaching services alongside your care

Required qualifications

• Board-certified or board-eligible Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
• Active license in at least one state
• Computer and live video tool literacy (e.g., Zoom, Google Meets, DoxyMe, Skype)
• Demonstrated family engagement skills
• Experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults
• Commitment to and familiarity with JCAHO guidelines and practice within an accredited framework

Nice to have

• Experience providing telehealth therapy services in a virtual environment (video and teletherapy)

Benefits

• Set your own schedule without a minimum hours requirement
• Paperless billing and quick payment turnaround
• Custom-built calendar for new patients to connect seamlessly
• Access to experienced clinical consultations and specialty group consultation meetings
• 24/7 Care Navigation team for client crisis support

Before you apply

• Contract position engaged through Lyra Clinical Associates

About the company

Lyra Health provides evidence-based mental health care in partnership with employers and health plans. Lyra Clinical Associates contracts the providers in its network across the US.