Psychiatrist

Location

Washington

Type

Independent Contractor

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Benefits:
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  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible schedule
Position Summary
Paving the Way Multi-Service Institute (PTWMSI) is seeking a licensed Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to provide high-quality psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management services to children, adolescents, and  adults within our behavioral health programs.

This is a hybrid position. While some services may be provided via telehealth, the Psychiatrist must be available and willing to provide regular in-person care between 1-2 days to support clinical quality, patient engagement, and team collaboration.

The Psychiatrist will serve as a key member of the multidisciplinary team and will report directly to the Medical Director. This role requires a commitment of 12 -15 hours per week, including direct clinical care and participation in team-based activities such as multidisciplinary meetings and case consultation.

Key Responsibilities
Clinical Services
  • Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments
  • Provide ongoing medication management and follow-up care
  • Develop and oversee individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clinical staff
  • Monitor patient progress, treatment response, and medication adherence
  • Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation in the electronic health record (EHR)
Team Collaboration & Care Coordination
  • Actively participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case consultations
  • Collaborate with therapists, case managers, care coordinators, and supervisors to ensure continuity of care
  • Provide clinical guidance and consultation to staff as appropriate
  • Support integrated, trauma-informed, and person-centered care approaches
Compliance & Quality
  • Adhere to all applicable standards, including DBH regulations, The Joint Commission (TJC) requirements, and organizational policies
  • Ensure documentation meets medical necessity and billing standards
  • Participate in quality assurance, peer review, and performance improvement initiatives as required
Schedule & Expectations
  • Minimum 12 hours per week
  • Approximately 8–9 hours dedicated to direct patient care
  • Remaining time allocated to:
    • Multidisciplinary team meetings
    • Case consultation and care coordination
  • Hybrid role with required in-person availability 
Reporting Structure
  • Reports directly to the Medical Director
  • Works collaboratively with program leadership and multidisciplinary clinical teams
Qualifications
  • MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
  • Active, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the District of Columbia
  • Valid DEA registration
  • Strong clinical, communication, and collaboration skills
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working with children and adolescents
  • Experience in community-based behavioral health or outpatient settings
  • Familiarity with DBH regulations and/or TJC standards
  • Experience working within multidisciplinary teams
Work Environment
  • Hybrid 1-2 days in person (in-person and telehealth services)
  • Collaborative, mission-driven behavioral health organization
  • Serving diverse and underserved communities in Washington, DC
About PTWMSI
Paving the Way Multi-Service Institute is a community-based behavioral health organization committed to providing trauma-informed, person-centered care to children, adolescents, adults, and families across Washington, DC. Our multidisciplinary model supports whole-person care and improved outcomes for the communities we serve.
Compensation: $150.00 - $180.00 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Company Website: www.pavingthewaymsi.org

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