Now Hiring: Psychiatrist Licensed in Louisiana

BayMark Health Services; Slidell (LA); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 165,000; Part time

Job summary

AppleGate Recovery, a division of BayMark Health Services, is seeking a part-time Psychiatrist (MD/DO) for a hybrid role in LA, with primary site in Lake Charles and additional coverage in Slidell. The position offers about 14 hours per pay period and a flexible schedule.

You will lead psychiatric care within an outpatient MAT-focused program and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates hold a Louisiana license, board certification in Psychiatry or Addiction Psychiatry, and

Qualifications

• Active medical license in Louisiana
• Board certified in Psychiatry or Addiction Psychiatry
• Open to providers with varying experience levels
• Ability to pass Louisiana background check and TB testing

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and design treatment plans for recovery.
• Supervise or collaborate with NPs/PAs to ensure continuity of care.
• Document and monitor patient milestones and adjust care plans as needed.
• Provide patient education on medications and treatment pathways.
• Address physical, emotional, and mental aspects of substance use disorders to support recovery.

Education

MD/DO licensing in Louisiana

Board certified in Psychiatry or Addiction Psychiatry

Job description

Description Psychiatrist (MD/DO) – Part-Time / Hybrid Opportunity with AppleGate Recovery

Location: Lake Charles, LA (Primary) & Slidell, LA

Schedule: Part-Time (approx. 14 hours per pay period; flexible, TBD schedule)

Why Join AppleGate Recovery?

At AppleGate Recovery (a proud division of BayMark Health Services), we don't just treat addiction—we restore lives. We are a progressive, multi-site leader in outpatient opioid use disorder treatment, known for combining evidence-based medication-assisted treatment (MAT) with compassionate counseling.

If you are looking for a highly rewarding part-time, hybrid role where you can practice patient-centered care, achieve great work-life balance, and make a measurable impact on the Lake Charles community, we want to hear from you.

The Opportunity & Impact

As our Psychiatrist at AppleGate Recovery, you will play a critical role in facilitating the expansion of psychiatric services. You will have the clinical autonomy to manage patient recovery pathways, supervise or work alongside Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants, and collaborate with a dedicated, multidisciplinary clinic team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient-Centered Care: Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and design personalized treatment plans for individuals navigating recovery.
• Team Collaboration & Supervision: Supervise and work alongside advanced practice providers (NPs/PAs) to ensure seamless continuity of care.
• Progressive Monitoring: Document and track patient milestones, adjusting care plans in collaboration with the clinical team.
• Empowerment & Education: Counsel patients on their treatment journey and provide essential health education regarding medication management.
• Advocacy: Act as a compassionate guide, addressing the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of substance use disorders to help patients achieve long-term recovery.

What We Are Looking For

• Licensure: Active medical license (MD/DO) in good standing to practice in the State of Louisiana.
• Board Specialty: Board certified in Psychiatry or Addiction & Psychiatry.
• Experience: Open to providers at various experience levels (no prior addiction medicine experience required).
• Background Screening: Ability to successfully pass a Louisiana Background & Drug Screen with TB testing.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join a team committed to clinical excellence and treating every patient with the dignity they deserve.