Collaborating Psychiatrist (Clinical & Supervisory Role)

Collaborating Psychiatrist (Clinical & Supervisory Role)

Must live and be licensed as a board-certified Psychiatrist in the state of Tennessee

About Thriveworks 

Thriveworks is a trusted mental health provider with 340+ locations and a nationwide hybrid care model. We serve over 175,000 clients annually through more than 1.7 million sessions, and those numbers are growing. As a clinician-founded and clinician-led organization, we offer the tools, support, and community you need to build a fulfilling, long-term career.

About the Job:

We are seeking a board-certified Psychiatrist to serve as a Collaborating Physician for our team of Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs), while also providing part-time direct psychiatric care to clients. This dual role allows for meaningful clinical engagement alongside leadership and oversight responsibilities. Ideal candidates are passionate about team-based mental health care, evidence-based treatment, and supportive collaboration with advanced practice clinicians

Collaborating Psychiatrist Duties:

• Provide clinical supervision and support to PMHNPs in accordance with state laws and psychiatric board regulations.

• Participate in initial and ongoing chart reviews, case consultations, and quality assurance activities.

• Support PMHNPs in complex psychiatric evaluations, differential diagnosis, and treatment planning as needed.

• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and licensing requirements for psychiatric NP supervision.

• Contribute to ongoing clinical education, best practice implementation, and policy development.

Clinical (Patient-Facing) Duties:

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication management sessions.

• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans.

• Provide evidence-based psychiatric care for a range of mental health conditions (e.g., mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, ADHD, etc.).

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members, including therapists, case managers, and social workers.

• Maintain up-to-date clinical documentation within the EMR system.

• Medical Degree (MD or DO) with residency training in Psychiatry.

• Board Certification in Psychiatry (ABPN).

• Active and unrestricted medical license in multiple states, or willing to get licensed in multiple states

• Minimum of 2 years of post-residency experience, preferably with supervisory or collaborative experience with PMHNPs.

• Deep understanding of the NP scope of practice in psychiatry and relevant state regulations.

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and mentorship skills.

• Located in Tennessee

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in outpatient psychiatry and/or telepsychiatry settings.

• Familiarity with trauma-informed care, integrated care, and/or addiction psychiatry (a plus).

• Multistate licensure or willingness to obtain additional licenses (if telehealth is part of the model).

• Experience with EMR systems and virtual collaboration tools.

• Supervisory / Collaboration: 10 hours/week (flexible; may include chart review, virtual meetings, and ad-hoc consultations).

• Clinical Hours: 30 hours/week,(60 - 70 sessions) depending on caseload and availability.

• Flexibility in schedule and work location (telepsychiatry options available).

• Competitive hourly or per-encounter compensation

• Malpractice insurance provided

• Flexible scheduling

• 4 weeks Paid Time Off

• CME allowance

• Opportunity for long-term leadership growth within the organization

Thriveworks is a mission-driven mental health practice committed to delivering accessible, compassionate, and evidence-based psychiatric care. We foster a collaborative environment where clinicians are supported, valued, and empowered to provide the highest standard of care.

Apply now to join a progressive mental health team where your expertise as a psychiatrist will impact both client outcomes and the professional development of psychiatric nurse practitioners.

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