Medical Director - Part-Time Atlanta, Georgia, United States; Baltimore County (Baltimore, MD);[...]

Backpack Healthcare, LLC; Mississippi; On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Psychiatrist to provide telehealth services to under-served youth and families. This role emphasizes the importance of clinician satisfaction leading to client satisfaction. You'll work within a supportive and inclusive team, focusing on delivering evidence-based mental health care. The company fosters a culture of growth, offering mentorship and professional development opportunities. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Mentorship opportunities

Professional development support

Telehealth flexibility

Qualifications

• MD or DO with board certification or eligibility in Psychiatry required.
• Experience with children and adolescents in a clinical setting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and medication management for youth.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver integrated care.

Skills

Psychotropic medication management

Diagnosis and treatment planning

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Telehealth proficiency

Education

MD or DO in Psychiatry

Board certification in Psychiatry

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHRs)

Job description

Atlanta, Georgia, United States; Baltimore County (Baltimore, MD); Detroit, Michigan, United States; Virginia

Join the Backpack Healthcare Team!

At Backpack Healthcare, we’re not just about providing care—we’re about creating a culture where our clinicians thrive. We know that clinician satisfaction leads to client satisfaction, and we are committed to supporting our team every step of the way. As a clinician-led, minority-owned online behavioral health company, our mission is simple: provide accessible, high-quality mental health care for the people who need it the most—our kids.

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Psychiatrist to join our growing team. This role offers the opportunity to provide direct psychiatric care via telehealth, focusing on under-served youth and families. Our psychiatrists work closely with a multidisciplinary team of therapists, psychologists, and other mental health professionals to deliver comprehensive, evidence-based care to children, adolescents, and young adults.

Guiding Principle We believe psychiatric care is not only a treatment—but a public good. Our responsibility is not only to the individual client, but to the population as a whole. Every test, appointment, and prescription should reflect this dual commitment to care and stewardship.

Why Backpack Healthcare?

• Culture of Growth – We invest in your career development, offering mentorship and opportunities for advancement.
• Impactful Work – Help under-served children, teens, and families access essential mental health services.
• Inclusive & Supportive Team – Join a diverse, driven, and mission-focused team dedicated to clinician and client success.
• Flexible & Remote – Enjoy a work-life balance with telehealth flexibility, allowing you to practice from anywhere within our service states.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and medication management for children, adolescents, and young adults.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based practices.
• Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications, ensuring appropriate treatment and adherence.
• Collaborate with therapists, psychologists, and other healthcare providers to deliver integrated mental health care.
• Provide psycho-education to patients and families regarding mental health conditions and treatment options.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Participate in team meetings, case consultations, and professional development activities.

Training & Professional Development

• Access to weekly case consultation and peer collaboration opportunities.
• Ongoing continuing education support in areas such as child and adolescent psychiatry, telehealth best practices, and psychopharmacology.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse population in a dynamic, innovative mental health setting.

Qualifications & Requirements

• MD or DO with board certification (or board eligibility) in Psychiatry or Child & Adolescent Psychiatry.
• Active, unrestricted medical license in at least one of our service states (Virginia, Maryland, Georgia, Michigan, or DC) with willingness to obtain additional state licenses.
• Experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults in a clinical setting.
• Strong skills in psychotropic medication management, diagnosis, and treatment planning.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Comfort and proficiency in telehealth platforms and electronic health records (EHRs).

Preferred Qualifications

• Board certification in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry.
• Experience working with Medicaid and under-served populations.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed care, culturally competent treatment, and evidence-based psychiatric interventions.

Backpack Healthcare is dedicated to making mental health care more accessible, effective, and compassionate. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families, we invite you to join our team.

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