AltaMed·Huntington Beach, California
The Psychiatrist is responsible for conducting psychiatric evaluations and developing comprehensive treatment plans, including pharmacotherapy, for patients. They provide clinical consultation to medical staff and collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team to achieve patient health goals.
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The Psychiatrist is responsible for psychiatric evaluation and development of comprehensive treatment plans, including pharmacotherapy, for patients with a wide range of mental health conditions. The Psychiatrist provides clinical consultation to other medical providers and staff regarding diagnostic workups and treatment interventions. In addition, the Psychiatrist manages the psychiatric care of patients in multi-disciplinary collaboration with other members of the healthcare team to help patients achieve their health goals and ensures that the patient care provided at AltaMed clinics is maintained at the highest levels of excellence and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and best practices.
Minimum Requirements
Must hold an active, valid, and unrestricted license from the California Medical Board to practice as a Psychiatrist in the State of California.
Must be a graduate of an accredited medical school and have completed of Psychiatry Residency at an accredited program.
A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.
Pay for this job starts at $274,684.80 annually
Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.
AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
Candidates must hold an active, unrestricted license from the California Medical Board and have completed a Psychiatry Residency from an accredited medical school. A valid BLS certification or higher from AHA or American Red Cross is also required.
Market context
In California, psychiatrist openings often reflect steady demand across behavioral health, outpatient, and community settings, especially where underserved populations need care. These roles are competitive because employers look for an unrestricted California license, DEA registration, ABPN board certification, and experience with physically demanding duties such as CPR. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and save research time before applying.
