Psychiatrist

San Jose, United States | Posted on 02/04/2026

• Flexible; 12–16 hrs/week within Mon–Fri, 8:30a–5p;
  Onsite at least 1 day/week

• Patient Demographics:
  Either ages 5 and up (all ages), or pediatric patients ages 5–17 ;
  Developmentally disabled patients with mental health disorders
• Phone Consults:
  Yes, via telehealth as needed
• Case Mix:
  Anxiety Disorder, Intermittent Explosive Disorder, Depression, Disruptive Mood Disorder, OCD, Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Disorder; small fraction involves JV220 forms

• Office Equipment Available:
  Standard outpatient clinic equipment
• Specialty Backup Available:
  Medical director, nurses, clinicians, case managers
• Support Staff Available:
  Interdisciplinary clinic team
• Reason for Coverage:
  Growth

• Temporary Privileges Available:
  No

• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance:
  Travel and lodging not covered; malpractice covered

• Psychiatric assessments and evaluations

• Board:
  Board Certified or Board Eligible (Certification required within 5 years of residency)
• DEA:
  Required; authorized to prescribe controlled substances
• Certifications:
  
  Flu vaccination; COVID vaccination or approved exemption
• Experience:
  
  Ability to treat developmental disability + mental health population
• Other
  
  Qualifications:
  
  Must enter hours in Vemsta platform; strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills; ability to work with diverse populations
• Local/drive-in candidate within 30 miles of ZIP code 95128

• Perform psychiatric assessments, evaluations, and MSEs, providing DSM-based diagnoses
• Provide ongoing medication management for assigned patients
• Use the clinic’s electronic health record system and follow Santa Clara County Psychiatric Medical Guidelines
• Collaborate with medical director, nurses, clinicians, and case managers for coordinated care
• Obtain and review diagnostic data, labs, and consultations relevant to patient treatment
• Prepare detailed written reports, documentation, diagnoses, and summaries as required
• Contribute to individualized treatment planning with clinical staff
• Provide psychiatric services in outpatient clinics via telehealth and in person
• Offer consultation and peer guidance to psychiatrists and therapists as needed
• Consult with clinic leadership regarding policies and treatment-related issues
• Participate in quality assurance, quality improvement, and performance improvement activities
• Advise families and caregivers regarding diagnoses, treatment, and intersection with developmental disabilities
• Prepare legal and court-related documents as necessary