Telehealth Psychiatrist (MD/DO) - Behavioral Health | 1099 Contractor

• About Us* Sacred Healing Lights International (SacredHLI) is a faith-based, mission-driven nonprofit providing telehealth behavioral health and Substance Use Disorder (SUD) services to communities across California. We operate under a Type-2 NPI telehealth group model, partnering with major payer networks statewide. Our care model is designed for clinical excellence, strong provider support, and long-term career fulfillment. We are expanding rapidly and seeking Psychiatrists (MD/DO) who value meaningful work, flexible scheduling, and a supportive, well-structured telehealth environment. • Position* : Psychiatrist (MD/DO) – Telehealth Only (1099 Contractor) You will provide psychiatric evaluations, follow-up medication management, and collaborative care services to Medi-Cal and commercial insurance clients across California. This role is 100% remote within the United States. • What You Will Do* Conduct psychiatric diagnostic evaluations (60 minutes). Provide ongoing medication management follow-arenaflex (20–30 minutes). Collaborate with Nurse Practitioners (NPs), therapists, and care coordinators. Document encounters in our EHR (AdvancedMD). Comply with payer authorization requirements and quality standards. Participate in team meetings when needed. • Schedule* Flexible scheduling Minimum: 8–10 hours/week Full-time options available (up to 32 hours/week) No weekends Required • Compensation* • Hourly Range:* $120 – $180 per hour (based on evaluation/follow-up mix) • Equivalent ranges:* $170–$220 per psychiatric evaluation $120–$160 per follow-up visit Paid monthly via direct deposit. • Requirements* MD or DO with active California medical license • DEA certification* Board Certification in Psychiatry (or Board Eligible within 12 months) Clean NPDB report Comfortable with telehealth platforms and EHR documentation Reliable internet, webcam, and private HIPAA-compliant environment • Preferred* Experience with Medi-Cal, Managed Care Organizations (MCOs), or telehealth Child/Adolescent Psychiatry BC/BE (optional) Interest in leadership or supervising NPs (additional compensation available) • Why Work With Us* Mission-first nonprofit that invests in community outcomes Supportive leadership with real clinical experience Streamlined onboarding and credentialing support Predictable schedules and stable caseloads No productivity pressure or unrealistic quotas Long-term growth opportunities as we expand to new states • How to Apply* Submit your application through Indeed. Selected candidates will receive: 1. A screening questionnaire 2. A virtual interview 3. Credentialing & onboarding steps We welcome compassionate psychiatrists who want to make a lasting impact. Job Type: Contract Pay: $120.00 - $180.00 per hour Benefits: • Employee assistance program • Flexible schedule • Paid time off • Professional development assistance Application Question(s): • Are you willing to undergo pre-employment reference, background check and drug test? • Are you comfortable completing onboarding and training on the AdvancedMD EHR and telehealth platform before seeing clients? Education: • Doctorate (Required) License/Certification: • California medical license (MD / DO)? (Required) • California DEA license? (Required) • Are you Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Psychiatry? (Required) Work Location: Remote Apply tot his job

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