Psychiatry Physician

Amergis; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 248,000 - 303,000; Full time

Job summary

Amergis seeks a Psychiatrist to provide direct patient care in both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings in Washington state. The role focuses on evaluating psychiatric health and medical needs and developing treatment plans for patients under care.

The position is a contract, full-time role with strict adherence to professional standards, including licensure requirements and documentation. Expect compensation at $200 per hour and compliance with state regulations.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Medical School with a Doctorate in Medicine (MD/DO) is required.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
• Active DEA and DPS numbers are required.
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice.
• Current CPR if applicable.
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable.
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation).
• Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to patients in inpatient and outpatient psychiatric/behavioral health settings.
• Evaluate psychiatric health and medical needs of patients.
• Develop and implement treatment plans for patients in care.

Education

MD/DO

Job description

The Psychiatrist provides direct patient care to patients in in-patient and out-patient psychiatric/behavioral health settings. The Psychiatrist is responsible for the evaluation of psychiatric health and medical needs as well as developing and implementing a plan to treat the patients in their care.

Minimum Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited Medical School with a Doctorate’s degree in Medicine (MD/DO) is required. Successful completion of a psychiatric residency approved by the Accreditation Council of on Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or equivalent body

• Licensed to practice medicine in the state of practice as required. Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

• Active DEA and DPS numbers are required

• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice

• Current CPR if applicable

• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

• Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age

Job Category: Physician

Job Function: Physician | Psychiatry | Psychiatry

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0727

Contract Duration: 26

Pay Rate: $200 / Hour

Date Posted: 2026-09-16T13:39:11