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JOB DESCRIPTION Job Description Psychiatrist – Tele-Medicine (REMOTE) Location: Remote (Illinois-based licensure required) Compensation: $250,000 – $280,000 (employed) OR $170/hour (independent contractor) Schedule: Full-time; flexible scheduling with productivity goals About Us Aunt Martha’s Health & Wellness boldly commits to supporting the well-being of our communities, ensuring equity in access, and delivering exceptional care inspired by a culture of innovation. We are taking a responsible approach to creating environments that allow us to do what we do best — provide healthcare and wellness. Position Summary We are seeking a Board-Certified (or Board-Eligible) Psychiatrist to provide high-quality tele-psychiatric services. This position supports primary care and behavioral health providers by delivering comprehensive psychiatric care for adults, children, and adolescents. The Psychiatrist plays a key role in assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and coordination of care to improve outcomes for patients with behavioral health conditions. Key Responsibilities • Provide continuous, comprehensive psychiatric treatment for adults, children, and adolescents via tele-health in accordance with evidence-based guidelines. • Review and document patient histories; assess behavioral health conditions for individuals and families. • Administer and interpret validated screening tools (PHQ-2, PHQ-9, GAD-7, Vanderbilt, etc.) to establish care baselines and monitor progress. • Collaborate with care teams (care managers, medical providers, therapists) to adjust treatment plans for patients not progressing. • Order and interpret diagnostic tests as clinically appropriate. • Diagnose, prescribe medications, and refer patients to other treatment options including therapy or hospitalization when needed. • Educate patients and families on behavioral health conditions, treatments, and available care team supports. • Prepare accurate medical records, clinical reports, and correspondence. • Support quality improvement initiatives and participate in staff meetings and trainings. • Meet or exceed productivity goals (2.7+ encounters per day/week). • Complete all required Core Curriculum training and continuing education. • Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications • Doctorate of Medicine (MD/DO) from an accredited institution. • Completion of an accredited Psychiatry residency program. • Board Certification (or eligibility) in Psychiatry with ongoing maintenance of certification. • Active, unrestricted Illinois medical license and DEA registration. • Current CPR certification. • Demonstrated experience in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of diverse mental health conditions. • Fluency in Spanish preferred. Other Requirements • Current driver’s license and auto insurance. • Ability to maintain compliance with CME and professional development requirements. Benefits (Employed Positions) Aunt Martha’s offers a comprehensive benefits package to support the health and well-being of our employees, including: • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance • Life Insurance • 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match • Time Off & Holidays • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Continuing Medical Education (CME) support • Professional development and training opportunities Why Join Us? At Aunt Martha’s, you’ll be part of a mission-driven organization that values equity, innovation, and community impact. As a Psychiatrist, you will play a vital role in expanding access to mental health care and improving outcomes for patients and families across Illinois. Apply tot his job