<p>This part-time outpatient psychiatry opportunity is based in St. Augustine, FL, embedded within a clinician-led behavioral health organization operating as part of a large national integrated care network. The role centers on medication management and psychiatric evaluation in a structured outpatient setting, supported by a multi-disciplinary team and a fully electronic clinical environment running on Athena. A sign-on bonus is available for external candidates, and the compensation range is competitive for a part-time engagement with a clear path for performance-based upside.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Sign-on bonus available for external candidates</li> <li>Annualized salary range of $214,000–$382,000 (prorated to part-time schedule); pay mix of base and performance bonus is variable based on experience and metric achievement</li> <li>Equity stock purchase program and 401(k) with employer contribution</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements)</li> <li>Incentive and recognition programs tied to clinical performance</li> <li>Drug-free workplace with structured compliance and credentialing support</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Part-time outpatient psychiatry role requiring a minimum of one clinical day per week on-site in St. Augustine, FL</li> <li>Scope of practice includes comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, and ongoing psychopharmacology/medication management across a diverse patient population</li> <li>Preferred subspecialty exposure in child, adolescent, and family psychiatry — candidates with this background are strongly encouraged</li> <li>Integrated, multi-disciplinary team model: psychiatrists collaborate directly with behavioral health clinicians and external care providers on individualized treatment plans</li> <li>Holistic care philosophy addressing physical, mental, and social determinants of health — care coordination across settings is a core function of the role</li> <li>EMR platform: Athena (Athena RMS); proficiency in electronic documentation and compliance with regulatory standards is expected</li> <li>Pure outpatient environment — no inpatient rounding, no ED call, no overnight obligations</li> <li>Part of a national behavioral health delivery infrastructure with access to organizational development resources and potential pathways into additional clinical or leadership roles</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>MD or DO degree required</li> <li>Board-certified or board-eligible in Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)</li> <li>Active, unrestricted Florida medical license (MD or DO) required at time of start</li> <li>Current, active DEA registration required</li> <li>Ability to commute to the St. Augustine clinic location a minimum of one day per week</li> <li>Two or more years of outpatient behavioral health experience preferred</li> <li>Experience with Athena RMS or a comparable EHR platform preferred; working proficiency with Excel and Outlook expected</li> <li>Expertise in treating children, adolescents, and families is a preferred differentiator</li> <li>Must pass a pre-employment drug screening</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>St. Augustine, Florida is the oldest continuously occupied European-established settlement in the United States, offering a distinctive blend of rich history, coastal beauty, and a relaxed quality of life that is difficult to match in the Southeast. The city sits along Florida's First Coast, with easy access to Atlantic beaches, the St. Johns River, and the cultural amenities of Jacksonville just 40 miles to the north. Cost of living remains favorable relative to South Florida markets, and the area draws families and professionals alike with its highly regarded schools, walkable historic district, and year-round outdoor recreation including boating, fishing, and cycling.</p>