Psychiatrist (Full-Time or Part-Time, Hybrid Preferred)

  Nature of Position: 

High Country Community Health is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Psychiatrist to join our integrated care team. This position offers flexibility in scheduling (full-time or part-time) and a hybrid work model. Telemedicine-only arrangements may be considered for part-time providers.

The Psychiatrist will provide direct patient care, supervise psychiatric nurse practitioners

(PMHNPs), and offer consultation to primary care providers. This is an opportunity to shape psychiatric services in a mission-driven, community-focused setting.

Reports to: Chief Medical Officer

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Care

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management for pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients (depending on interest and experience).
• Deliver evidence-based treatment for mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, trauma-related conditions, and serious mental illness.
• Participate in integrated behavioral health model within primary care setting.
• Provide care in-person and/or via telemedicine as arranged.

Supervision & Leadership

? Provide clinical supervision and mentorship to psychiatric nurse practitioners.

? Review cases, co-manage complex patients, and support professional development.

? Participate in quality improvement initiatives and program development.

Consultation & Collaboration

• Consult with primary care providers and behavioral health team regarding psychiatric diagnosis, medication management, and behavioral health integration.
• Support development of care pathways for common psychiatric conditions.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences and team meetings.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in the electronic health record.
• Adhere to FQHC, HRSA, state, and federal regulatory requirements.
• Support quality metrics and value-based care initiatives.

Qualifications: 

Required

· MD or DO degree from an accredited institution

· Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry

· Active or eligible for North Carolina medical license

· DEA registration

Preferred

· Experience supervising advanced practice providers

· Experience in FQHC, community mental health, or rural health settings

· Comfort with telepsychiatry

· Experience treating substance use disorders (including MAT)

Schedule & Work Model

· Flexible FTE (0.25–1.0 FTE)

· Hybrid preferred (combination of in-person and telehealth)

· Telemedicine-only option available for part-time providers

· Flexible scheduling with strong administrative support

Compensation & Benefits

· Competitive salary commensurate with experience

· Eligibility for NHSC Loan Repayment and High Needs Service Bonus

· Comprehensive benefits package for full-time providers (health, dental, vision, retirement plan, CME allowance)

· Supportive, mission-driven culture