Licensed Psychiatrist (Virtual)

Headway; Morgantown (WV); Remote; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health support platform is seeking a Licensed Psychiatrist to launch or expand a private practice. This role offers autonomy over your schedule and client load, backed by tools and support for insurance credentialing. Candidates must have a valid license, DEA or CDS number, ANCC board certification, and malpractice insurance. Enjoy competitive earnings and focus on delivering quality care while Headway handles administrative tasks.

Benefits

Hassle-free insurance credentialing

Continuing education opportunities

Bi-weekly payments

Qualifications

• You’re a fully licensed psychiatrist with the required credentials.
• Looking to start or expand a private practice while controlling your schedule.
• Acceptable licenses include MD / DO on a state-by-state basis.

Responsibilities

• Launch or expand a private practice with Headway's support.
• Ensure patients have access to affordable mental health care.
• Manage your practice autonomously, including hours and caseload.

Skills

Licensed Psychiatrist

DEA or CDS number

ANCC board certification

Valid NPI number

Malpractice insurance

Job description

Overview

Licensed Psychiatrist (Virtual) at Headway — The Licensed Psychiatrist position offers the opportunity to launch or expand a private practice with support from Headway, providing tools for hassle-free insurance credentialing, competitive earnings, and operational efficiency. As an independent contractor, you\'ll have autonomy over your schedule and client load while ensuring your patients have increased access to affordable care through insurance. Headway supports mental health providers with compliance, continuing education, and real-time resources to enhance the care provided.

Wage: Between $119-$239 an hour.

Headway helps you start accepting insurance with ease, increase earnings with higher rates, and start taking covered clients sooner. It’s all on one free-to-use platform, no commitment required.

About the role

This position is for licensed psychiatrists looking to build or grow their private practice. Headway provides the tools, resources, and support to help you navigate insurance, streamline operations, and focus on delivering quality care — on your own terms.

About you

• You’re a fully licensed psychiatrist with your DEA or CDS number, ANCC board certification, a valid NPI number and malpractice insurance.

• You’re looking to start or expand your private practice while maintaining control over your schedule, client load, and work environment.

• We accept the following licenses on a state-by-state basis: MD / DO.

Why partner with Headway?

As an independent provider with Headway, you’ll gain access to:

• Hassle-free insurance credentialing: Get credentialed for free in multiple states within as little as 30 days.

• Increased earnings: Secure competitive rates with top insurance plans through our nationwide network.

• Predictable bi-weekly payments: Receive reliable payouts directly from Headway.

• Built-in EHR tools: Access real-time scheduling, secure client messaging, documentation templates, assessments, and more.

• Compliance & audit support: Stay up-to-date with insurance requirements and industry regulations.

• Free continuing education: Earn CEUs and expand your expertise through Headway Academy.

How Headway supports your patients

• Increased access: Headway makes it easier for your clients to get the care they need at a price they can afford through insurance.

• Instant verification: Clients can easily check their insurance status and get the care they need without disruption.

Important Notes

• This is a 1099 independent contractor role. You’ll have full autonomy over your practice, including setting your hours and managing your caseload.

• At this time, Headway can’t support mental health professionals that aren’t fully licensed. If your application was rejected for incomplete licensure, you’re welcome to reapply once you have a valid license.

About Headway

We make it easy for mental health providers to take insurance by credentialing you with the nation’s largest networks, handling billing and admin paperwork, and helping you earn more stable income with higher rates. With Headway, you can finally focus on what matters most: providing life-changing care. We’ll take care of the rest.