Collaborating Psychiatrist (Clinical & Supervisory Role)

Thrive Counseling, LLC; Tennessee; Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 262,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice insurance provided

Flexible scheduling

4 weeks PTO

CME allowance

Leadership growth opportunities

Job summary

Thriveworks is seeking a board-certified Psychiatrist to serve as Collaborating Physician for our PMHNP team while providing part-time direct psychiatric care. This dual role blends leadership with clinical engagement in a supportive, team-based setting.

The ideal candidate will hold Tennessee licensure, ABPN board certification, and at least 2 years of post-residency experience with supervision or collaboration in psychiatry. Telepsychiatry options are available.

Qualifications

• MD or DO with Psychiatry residency.
• ABPN board certification.
• Active and unrestricted license in Tennessee (multi-state license preferred).
• Minimum 2 years post-residency experience, supervisory or collaborative with PMHNPs.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical supervision and support to PMHNPs in accordance with state laws and psychiatric board regulations.
• Participate in chart reviews, case consultations, and quality assurance activities.
• Support PMHNPs in complex psychiatric evaluations and treatment planning.
• Ensure compliance with licensing requirements for psychiatric NP supervision.
• Contribute to clinical education, best practice implementation, and policy development.

Skills

Clinical supervision

PMHNP collaboration

Evidence-based treatment

Communication

Mentorship

Education

MD/DO in Psychiatry

Residency in Psychiatry

Tools

EMR systems

Telepsychiatry tools

Job description

Collaborating Psychiatrist (Clinical & Supervisory Role)

Must live and be licensed as a board-certified Psychiatrist in the state of Tennessee

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 part-time direct psychiatric care to clients. 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborating Psychiatrist Duties:
  • Provide clinical supervision and support 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.
  • Maintain up-to-date clinical documentation within the EMR system.

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.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and mentorship skills.
• Located in Tennessee

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in outpatient psychiatry and/or telepsychiatry settings.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed care, integrated care, and/or addiction psychiatry (a plus).
• Multistate licensure or willingness to obtain additional licenses (if telehealth is part of the model).
• Experience with EMR systems and virtual collaboration tools.

Work Schedule

• Supervisory / Collaboration: 10 hours/week (flexible; may include chart review, virtual meetings, and ad-oc consultations).
• Clinical Hours: 30 hours/week (60-70 sessions) depending on caseload and availability.
• 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
• CME allowance
• Opportunity for long-term leadership growth within the organization

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 care.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity Statement

Thriveworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our people are our most valuable assets. We embrace and encourage differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. We encourage and welcome diverse candidates to apply for any position you are qualified for to bring your unique perspective to our team.

We work to create a supportive, enjoyable environment that therapists, counselors, psychologists, clinical supervisors, and clinicians seeking supervision for licensure never want to leave. As a result, our clinical team members build long-standing careers at Thriveworks and lasting relationships with clients.