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About Meridian Counseling Meridian Counseling is committed to providing accessible, compassionate, and evidence-based behavioral health services. Our multidisciplinary team values collaboration, clinical excellence, and whole-person care while fostering a supportive environment for both clients and providers. Learn more at www.meridian-counseling.com . Position Overview: Meridian Counseling is seeking a compassionate, collaborative, and clinically skilled Psychiatrist to join our growing behavioral health team. This role combines direct patient psychiatric care with clinical collaboration and mentorship for a team of Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs), 103 NP classification nurses governed by AB890. The Psychiatrist will work closely under the guidance of the Medical Director to support high-quality psychiatric care, clinical best practices, provider development, and interdisciplinary collaboration across the organization. This position offers the opportunity to help shape psychiatric programming within a supportive and mission-driven outpatient mental health practice. This role also includes the potential for profit-sharing opportunities based on organizational and provider performance. Responsibilities : Direct Patient Care • Conduct psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and medication management services for outpatient clients • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans • Monitor medication effectiveness, side effects, and treatment outcomes • Collaborate with therapists • Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with organizational, legal, and ethical standards • Provide crisis intervention and risk assessments as clinically indicated PMHNP Collaboration & Clinical Support • Provide clinical consultation, mentorship, and support to a team of PMHNP (103 NPs) • Assist with complex diagnostic clarification and medication management cases • Support evidence-based prescribing practices and clinical quality initiatives • Participate in case consultation meetings and peer collaboration discussions • Help promote consistency in clinical standards, workflows, and psychiatric best practices • Serve as a clinical resource for psychiatric providers regarding treatment planning and patient care concerns Leadership & Organizational Collaboration • Work collaboratively under the direction of the Medical Director • Participate in psychiatric department meetings, policy development, and quality improvement initiatives • Support organizational growth, provider retention, and clinical excellence initiatives • Assist in the development of psychiatric protocols, training materials, and clinical guidance when appropriate Qualifications: Required • MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school • Board Certified and or Board Eligible in Psychiatry • Active and unrestricted California medical license • DEA license and ability to prescribe controlled substances • Experience providing outpatient psychiatric medication management • Strong interpersonal, leadership, and collaborative communication skills • Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment Preferred • Experience collaborating with or supervising Advanced Practice Providers (PMHNPs) • Experience in community mental health or outpatient behavioral health settings • Familiarity with telehealth psychiatric care • Interest in leadership, program development, and provider mentorship Schedule & Work Environment • This is a part-time role with availability to work hours that work for you • Flexible scheduling options available • Hybrid and telehealth opportunities may be available • Administrative support provided Compensation & Benefits • Competitive compensation package ($180-$200/hr for W2) • Flexible work environment • Administrative and clinical support • Professional collaboration within a multidisciplinary behavioral health team • Opportunity for leadership growth and organizational impact Note: This job description serves as a general guide and may be subject to change based on Meridian’s needs and industry developments. Specific duties and requirements may vary depending on the nature of the clinical services provided.