Psychiatrist (MD/DO) - Remote

BetterHelp; United States; Remote; USD 164,000 - 333,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible schedule

Credentialing support

Job summary

BetterHelp is seeking a licensed psychiatrist to provide remote, video-based psychiatric care on a part-time 1099 basis. You will assess and treat patients, develop individualized plans, and coordinate with licensed therapists, all within a flexible, remote setting.

Est. hourly earnings range from $119 to $242, with earnings influenced by visit volume, CPT code mix, licensure, and geographic factors. Remote, independent contractor role with credentialing support.

Qualifications

• Licensed Psychiatrist with active MD/DO license in good standing.
• Experience prescribing medication as clinically appropriate.
• Strong communication skills and patient-centered approach.
• Familiarity with telemedicine platforms and online tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate psychiatric care via video consultations in a virtual setting.
• Assess, screen, diagnose and prescribe medications when appropriate.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs.
• Coordinate care with network of licensed therapists and platform teams.
• Deliver high-quality care while upholding clinical standards.
• Share feedback to improve provider and patient experience.

Skills

Active medical license

Telemedicine experience

Strong communication

Patient-centered care

Education

MD/DO

Job description

Headquarters: Texas, United StatesURL: http://the company.com/linkedin

Why Join the company

Competitive earning potential: Estimated effective hourly earnings of $119-$242 per hour *, based on modeled assumptions for a 60-minute period that may include patient visits and applicable CPT codes.

Expand access to mental healthcare: Provide psychiatric care to individuals who may otherwise face barriers to finding an available provider who accepts their insurance.

Deliver collaborative care: Work alongside the company's network of licensed therapists to provide thoughtful, evidence-based treatment.

Spend more time on patient care: the company supports credentialing, payer enrollment, and platform operations so you can focus on your patients.

Work from anywhere: Deliver care 100% remotely through the company's telemedicine platform.

Build a schedule that works for you: This is a flexible, part-time 1099 contract opportunity.

What You'll Do

You'll provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care in a convenient virtual setting including:

• Conduct video consultations and communicate with patients through telemedicine.
• Assess, screen, diagnose, and prescribe medication when clinically appropriate.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on each patient's needs.
• Coordinate treatment planning and care delivery with the company's network of licensed therapists.
• Deliver empathetic, high-quality care while upholding the company's clinical and service standards.
• Share feedback with the company's product, engineering, and operations teams to help improve the provider and patient experience.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for psychiatrists who are passionate about expanding access to mental healthcare and comfortable delivering high-quality care virtually.

You’ll be a strong fit if you have:

• At least one year of experience as a licensed Psychiatrist.
• An active medical license (MD/DO) in good standing.
• Experience prescribing medication when clinically appropriate and permitted by applicable state law.
• Confidence using technology and online tools to deliver virtual care.
• Strong communication skills and a patient-centered approach.

Even better if you have:

• Previous telemedicine experience.
• Active medical licenses in multiple states.
• Fluency in additional languages.

Important to Know

This is a part-time, independent contractor (1099) position, not a salaried employee role. The company will support credentialing and enrollment with multiple health plans to help expand access to insured patients. All patient care is delivered remotely through the company's telehealth platform. Licensed providers make all clinical decisions independently and in accordance with applicable state telehealth laws, regulations, and professional standards.

License/Certification

Medical License ( Required )Location

Location

United States ( Required )Work location: Remote*Estimated effective hourly earnings of $119-$242 are illustrative estimates for licensed Psychiatrists and are not a guaranteed hourly rate, wage, or salary. Estimates are derived from modeled assumptions regarding the number of completed visits per hour, CPT code mix, and utilization of add-on codes (such as 90833) when clinically appropriate and properly documented. Actual earnings will vary based on individual clinical decisions, case mix, scheduling availability, payer reimbursement, licensure, geographic market factors, and other applicable considerations.