California Collaborating Psychiatrist; Clinical & Supervisory

** California Collaborating Psychiatrist (Clinical & Supervisory Role)
** Must live and be licensed as a board-certified Psychiatrist in the state of California  
** About Thriveworks
** Thriveworks is a trusted mental health provider with 340+ locations and a nationwide hybrid care model. We serve over 175,000 clients annually through more than 1.7 million sessions, and those numbers are growing. As a clinician-founded and clinician-led organization, we offer the tools, support, and community you need to build a fulfilling, long-term career.  
** About the Job:
** We are seeking a board-certified Psychiatrist to serve as a Collaborating Physician for our team of Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs) while also providing direct psychiatric care. This dual role allows for meaningful clinical engagement alongside leadership and oversight responsibilities. Ideal candidates are passionate about team-based mental health care, evidence-based treatment, and supportive collaboration with advanced practice clinicians  ###
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* Key Responsibilities:

**** Collaborating Psychiatrist Duties:
*** Provide clinical supervision and support to up to PMHNPs in accordance with state laws and psychiatric board regulations.
* Participate in initial and ongoing chart reviews, case consultations, and quality assurance activities.
* Support PMHNPs in complex psychiatric evaluations, differential diagnosis, and treatment planning as needed.
* Ensure compliance with all regulatory and licensing requirements for psychiatric NP supervision.
* Contribute to ongoing clinical education, best practice implementation, and policy development.  
** Clinical (Patient-Facing) Duties:
*** Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication management sessions.
* Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans.
* Provide evidence-based psychiatric care for a range of mental health conditions (e.g., mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, ADHD, etc.).
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members, including therapists, case managers, and social workers.
* Adhere to Thriveworks' Clinical Practice Guidelines
* Maintain up-to-date clinical documentation within the EMR system.  ###
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* Qualifications:

*** Medical Degree (MD or DO) with residency training in Psychiatry.
* Board Certification in Psychiatry (ABPN).
* Active and unrestricted medical license in multiple states, or willing to get licensed in multiple states
* Minimum of 2 years of post-residency experience, preferably with supervisory or collaborative experience with PMHNPs.
* Deep understanding of the NP scope of practice in psychiatry and relevant state regulations.
* Willingness to treat patients 12 years old and older.
* Strong interpersonal, communication, and mentorship skills.  
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Experience in outpatient psychiatry and/or telepsychiatry settings.
* Familiarity with trauma-informed care, integrated care, and/or addiction psychiatry (a plus).
* Experience with EMR systems and virtual collaboration tools.  ###
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* Work Schedule:

*** Supervisory /

Collaboration:

5 hours/week (flexible; may include chart review, virtual meetings, and ad hoc consultations).
* Clinical

Hours:

35 hours/week (approximately 70 sessions)
* Flexibility in schedule and work location (telepsychiatry options available).  ###
** Compensation & Benefits:
*** Competitive hourly or per-encounter compensation
* Malpractice insurance provided
* Flexible scheduling
* 4 weeks Paid Time Off
* 5k CME allowance
* License and DEA Expenses covered
* Opportunity for long-term leadership growth within the organization
* Fully Remote
* Remote Medical Assistants
* Guaranteed, bi-weekly pay (no need to wait on reimbursement)
* 401k with 3% employer match
* Group Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance with disability, life, and liability insurance options, PTO, 401K with a 3% employer match, CEU Reimbursement, and Student Loan Repayment
* Paid orientation, Paid Credentialing, Paid Malpractice Coverage, In-house professional development, including case consultation groups
* Annual pay increases and Bonus Opportunities
* Schedule Flexibility with No-Show Protection and No required on-call
* Amazing team culture and support  ###
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* About Us:

** Thriveworks is a mission-driven mental health practice committed to delivering accessible, compassionate, and evidence-based psychiatric care. We foster a collaborative environment where clinicians are supported, valued, and empowered to provide the highest standard of…