PRN Moonlighting Psychiatrist | Austin, Texas

UHS; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 137,760 - 206,640; Part time

Job summary

UHS is seeking an Inpatient Psychiatrist for Austin Oaks Hospital in Austin, Texas. This position offers part-time or moonlighting opportunities, primarily involving weekend rounding and evening on-call responsibilities. Ideal candidates will have an MD/DO degree, board certification in General Psychiatry, and a focus on delivering compassionate, patient-centered care in a supportive environment.

Join a dynamic team dedicated to helping adults and adolescents in need of psychiatric care while enjoying a community that values personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Psychiatry.
• Current Texas medical license in good standing or eligibility to obtain one.
• Must meet hospital credentialing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient psychiatric care for adults and adolescents.
• Participate in weekend rounding and evening call.
• Deliver compassionate crisis management and care.

Skills

Crisis resolution

Patient-focused care

Professional excellence

Education

MD/DO degree from an accredited program

Job description

Inpatient PRN/Weekend Psychiatrist — Moonlighting

Location: Austin, TX 78745

Located in vibrant South Austin, Texas, Austin Oaks Hospital is an 80-bed freestanding behavioral health facility dedicated to delivering compassionate, patient-focused care. We’re seeking a passionate Inpatient Psychiatrist to join our dynamic team and make a lasting impact on the lives of adults in need.

Why Austin Oaks?

Austin Oaks Hospital isn’t just a workplace—it’s a community where your contributions as a psychiatrist help shape brighter futures. Here, you’ll enjoy a supportive environment that fosters crisis resolution, self-awareness, personal growth, and professional excellence. Our hospital offers a full continuum of psychiatric services, including:

• Inpatient programs for adults ages 18+
• Specialized services for Women’s Wellness and Addiction/Detox
• Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP) & Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP)

Position Details

• Inpatient Part-Time or Moonlighting coverage needed.
• Shifts available: Weekend rounding, evening call (phone only), occasional holidays, or weekday coverage gaps.
• Patient population: Adult or adolescents.
• Rounding shifts are 100% in-person (no telehealth).
• Compensation: Fee-for-service, 1099, hourly, or shift-rates available.

Qualifications

• Education: MD/DO degree from an accredited program (required).
• Certification: Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Psychiatry (required).
• Licensure: Current Texas medical license in good standing or eligibility to obtain one.
• Credentialing: Must meet hospital credentialing requirements.

Austin Oaks Hospital is a wholly owned and operated subsidiary of Universal Health Services (UHS), one of the nation’s largest and most respected healthcare management companies.