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Get Access To All JobsAt LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. Our mission is to help people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives by improving access to trusted, affordable, and personalized mental healthcare. Everywhere. Every day. It’s a lofty goal; we know. But we make it happen with the best team in behavioral health.
Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us. As the fastest growing behavioral health practice group in the country, now is the perfect time to join our clinical team!
We are actively looking to hire a talented Psychiatrist in the area, who is passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence.
We offer Psychiatrists:
- Competitive compensation package based on productivity with uncapped earning potential
- Average annual compensation: $261,000 to $359,000+
- W2 employed position with flexible hybrid work schedules
- Collaborative work environment with unmatched support
- Up to $72,000 per year to supervise PMHNPs
- Sign-on bonus!
- Care Access and Quality Incentive: Annual cash bonus program
- Comprehensive benefit package
- 401k with up to 4% match
- CME reimbursement and Clinical Education Benefit
- Strong work/life balance
Psychiatrists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking Psychiatrists that are:
- Local to and licensed in South Carolina.
- Board Certified, unencumbered DEA.
- Experienced in both medication management and therapy.
Location and Schedule:
- Conveniently located on Cherry Road, close to Winthrop University
- Beautifully designed offices that are thoughtfully laid out
- Monday-Friday with evenings/weekends optional
- Flexible hybrid schedule (between office and home) to accommodate work/life balance
- Full-time preferred, part-time available
Apply now or contact me today! Leah Sweeney
Director, Practice Development, South Carolina
LifeStance Health, Inc.
(e) Leah.Sweeney@LifeStance.com
About LifeStance Health
LifeStance is a national provider of mental healthcare services focused on evidenced-based, medically driven treatment services for children, adolescents and adults suffering from a variety of mental health issues in an outpatient care setting, both in-person at its clinics nationwide and through its digital health telemedicine offering. The company employs psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and licensed therapists throughout the US.
LifeStance Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are fully committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our employees.
Our values:
Belonging: We cultivate a space where everyone can show up as their authentic self.
Empathy: We seek out diverse perspectives and listen to learn without judgment.
Courage: We are all accountable for doing the right thing - even when it's hard - because we know it's worth it.
One Team: We realize our full potential when we work together towards our shared purpose.
If you elect to interact with us via our website, please only use www.lifestance.com or www.careers.lifestance.com. Additionally, our recruiters utilize email addresses with the @lifestance.com domain. Other websites and domains are not affiliated with LifeStance Health and may represent threats to your data security.
LifeStance Health complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources Team at ADA@lifestance.com or by calling +1-800-308-0994.
Please note: This contact is intended solely for accommodation requests. Inquiries regarding applications, resumes and applicant status should not be sent to this email address as they will not be reviewed or responded to. To apply for a position, please use our official careers page.
At LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. Our mission is to help people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives by improving access to trusted, affordable, and personalized mental healthcare. Everywhere. Every day. It’s a lofty goal; we know. But we make it happen with the best team in behavioral health.
Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us. As the fastest growing behavioral health practice group in the country, now is the perfect time to join our clinical team!
We are actively looking to hire a talented Psychiatrist in the area, who is passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence.
We offer Psychiatrists:
- Competitive compensation package based on productivity with uncapped earning potential
- Average annual compensation: $261,000 to $359,000+
- W2 employed position with flexible hybrid work schedules
- Collaborative work environment with unmatched support
- Up to $72,000 per year to supervise PMHNPs
- Sign-on bonus!
- Care Access and Quality Incentive: Annual cash bonus program
- Comprehensive benefit package
- 401k with up to 4% match
- CME reimbursement and Clinical Education Benefit
- Strong work/life balance
Psychiatrists are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking Psychiatrists that are:
- Local to and licensed in South Carolina.
- Board Certified, unencumbered DEA.
- Experienced in both medication management and therapy.
Location and Schedule:
- Conveniently located on Cherry Road, close to Winthrop University
- Beautifully designed offices that are thoughtfully laid out
- Monday-Friday with evenings/weekends optional
- Flexible hybrid schedule (between office and home) to accommodate work/life balance
- Full-time preferred, part-time available
Apply now or contact me today! Leah Sweeney
Director, Practice Development, South Carolina
LifeStance Health, Inc.
(e) Leah.Sweeney@LifeStance.com
About LifeStance Health
LifeStance is a national provider of mental healthcare services focused on evidenced-based, medically driven treatment services for children, adolescents and adults suffering from a variety of mental health issues in an outpatient care setting, both in-person at its clinics nationwide and through its digital health telemedicine offering. The company employs psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and licensed therapists throughout the US.
LifeStance Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are fully committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our employees.
Our values:
Belonging: We cultivate a space where everyone can show up as their authentic self.
Empathy: We seek out diverse perspectives and listen to learn without judgment.
Courage: We are all accountable for doing the right thing - even when it's hard - because we know it's worth it.
One Team: We realize our full potential when we work together towards our shared purpose.
If you elect to interact with us via our website, please only use www.lifestance.com or www.careers.lifestance.com. Additionally, our recruiters utilize email addresses with the @lifestance.com domain. Other websites and domains are not affiliated with LifeStance Health and may represent threats to your data security.
LifeStance Health complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources Team at ADA@lifestance.com or by calling +1-800-308-0994.
Please note: This contact is intended solely for accommodation requests. Inquiries regarding applications, resumes and applicant status should not be sent to this email address as they will not be reviewed or responded to. To apply for a position, please use our official careers page.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Clinical Psychiatrist
Target residency-affiliated health systems
Hospital systems with psychiatry residency programs have established immigration infrastructure and are far more accustomed to sponsoring foreign-trained physicians. Prioritize academic medical centers and large regional health networks when evaluating which employers to approach.
Clarify your STEM OPT eligibility early
Psychiatry degrees from accredited U.S. programs may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension under CIP code 51.1501. Confirm eligibility with your DSO before graduation so you plan your job search timeline around a 36-month authorization window.
Get employer intent in writing before accepting offers
Verbal sponsorship commitments carry no legal weight. Before signing any employment contract, confirm the offer letter or an addendum explicitly states the employer's intent to file H-1B or other long-term work authorization on your behalf.
Work with an immigration attorney from day one
Physician immigration involves license requirements, DEA registration, and visa timing that interact in complex ways. Engaging an immigration attorney early, ideally before accepting an offer, helps you avoid status gaps that could interrupt your ability to practice.
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Can I work as a Clinical Psychiatrist on OPT without employer sponsorship?
Yes, during your active OPT period you can work as a Clinical Psychiatrist without any employer-filed petition. Your EAD card is your work authorization. Sponsorship becomes necessary only when you need to transition to a longer-term visa like the H-1B before your OPT or STEM OPT extension expires.
Do Clinical Psychiatrist roles qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your specific degree program. Psychiatry degrees awarded under qualifying CIP codes, such as 51.1501 for medicine, may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Confirm with your Designated School Official before graduating. If you qualify, you can work up to 36 months total before needing employer-sponsored status.
How do I find Clinical Psychiatrist employers who sponsor OPT and H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this. The platform lists Clinical Psychiatrist jobs from employers with a demonstrated history of sponsoring international candidates, so you can filter by roles where sponsorship is a realistic outcome rather than sifting through postings that exclude F-1 students entirely.
Is the H-1B lottery a barrier for psychiatrists, and are there alternatives?
The H-1B lottery is a real constraint, with roughly a 25% selection rate in recent fiscal years. Psychiatrists have meaningful alternatives: the Conrad 30 J-1 waiver program bypasses the lottery entirely for those who completed training on a J-1 visa, and some employers pursue cap-exempt H-1B filings through nonprofit or academic affiliations.
What happens to my OPT if I switch employers between psychiatry positions?
OPT work authorization is not tied to a specific employer, so you can change jobs during your OPT period. You must report the change to your DSO within 10 days and ensure the new position qualifies as directly related to your degree. Gaps in employment longer than 90 cumulative days can jeopardize your status.
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