PRN Moonlighting Psychiatrist - Austin, TX

Austinoakshospital; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 248,000 - 386,000; Part time

Job summary

A specialized behavioral health facility in Austin, Texas is seeking a passionate Inpatient Psychiatrist. This role requires providing inpatient care for adults and adolescents, mainly during weekends and evenings. The ideal candidate must hold a relevant MD/DO degree and be board certified or eligible in General Psychiatry. Join a supportive community where your contributions shape brighter futures, all in a vibrant setting. Competitive compensation is offered based on the shift rates.

Qualifications

• Board Certified/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 to adults and adolescents.
• Participate in weekend rounding and evening call.
• Ensure compliance with hospital credentialing requirements.
• Compensation: Fee-for-service 1099, hourly, or shift-rates available.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Crisis resolution

Behavioral health knowledge

Education

MD/DO degree from an accredited program

Job description

Position: 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:

1. Education: MD/DO degree from an accredited program (required).
2. Certifications: Board Certified/Board Eligible in General Psychiatry (required).
3. Licensure: Current Texas medical license in good standing or eligibility to obtain one.
4. 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.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Contact the In-House Physician Recruiter below directly to discuss further.

Daniel Wilson

Physician & APP Recruiter | Behavioral Health Division

Universal Health Services, Inc. | UHS of Delaware, Inc.

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