Inpatient Psychiatrist - Part Time

University of California - Riverside; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 123,500 - 400,300; Part time

Job summary

A prominent university in California is recruiting two part-time Psychiatrists to support the launch of the new View Hospital Adult Services Program. The positions are pivotal in clinical operations and patient care. Candidates must possess an M.D. or equivalent degree, be board certified or eligible to practice in California. The expected pay for these roles will range based on experience, with salaries up to $310,000 annually. Current work authorization is required at the time of employment.

Qualifications

• Must be board certified and/or eligible to practice in California.
• Must qualify for medical staff privileges at UCR Health.
• Must have current work authorization.

Responsibilities

• Support clinical operations and patient care at View Hospital.
• Collaborate with faculty and interdisciplinary teams.
• Contribute to the development of a high-quality clinical program.

Education

M.D. or equivalent degree

Job description

The University of California, Riverside School of Medicine (UCR SOM), is recruiting two part-time Psychiatrists (up to 0.50 FTE each) to support the launch of the new View Hospital Adult Services Program, scheduled to open in July 2026.

These positions will play a foundational role in supporting clinical operations, patient care, and the academic mission associated with the expansion of services at View Hospital. The physicians will contribute to the development of a high‑quality clinical program while collaborating with faculty, hospital leadership, and interdisciplinary teams.

The successful candidate must possess an M.D. or equivalent degree, be board certified and/or eligible to practice in the State of California by the time of employment. Applicants must qualify for medical staff privileges at UCR Health and UCR affiliated hospitals.

The full salary range for the Psychiatrist positions are:

• Associate Physician Diplomate (board certified + 1 year exp): $163,400 - $400,300; expected pay scale for this position is up to $310,000 annually.
• Associate Physician (board eligible + 1 year exp): $142,100 - $348,100; expected pay scale for this position is up to $290,000 annually.
• Assistant Physician (board eligible): $123,500 - $302,600; expected pay scale for this position is up to $270,000 annually.

These rates are annual rates at 100% FTE appointment and will be pro‑rated based on appointment FTE %. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure, certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.