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Psychiatrist roles on OPT require ACGME-accredited residency completion and state medical licensure, both of which take time to align with your OPT authorization window. Most employers file H-1B visa sponsorship early given the 3-year STEM OPT extension available to eligible graduates, making psychiatry one of the stronger fields for international physicians.
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Now hiring a Staff Psychiatrist - Child and Adolescent
Part Time - Flexible Hours and Schedule Options
Signing Bonus Available!
Aspire Indiana Health is a nonprofit provider of comprehensive “whole health” services including primary medical care, behavioral health, recovery services and programs addressing the social drivers of health such as housing and employment. Aspire has health centers throughout Central Indiana serving Hoosiers of all ages and walks of life.
Position Summary
The Staff Psychiatrist - Child and Adolescent will primarily provide clinical psychiatric medical services in an integrated outpatient setting. Per Aspire’s “whole health” model, this requires working hand-in-hand with primary care, behavioral health, recovery services, and departments addressing social determinants of health. This position requires close collaboration with all members of the care team and formal collaboration with Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners. Position demands a high level of knowledge in terms of the populations served (individuals with serious mentally illness; seriously emotionally impacted youth; individuals with chronic/severe addiction), psychoeducational teaching skills, best practice guidelines and quality care. Knowledge and experience in ICD-10, psychotropic medications, crisis & emergency interventions and infection control are needed. This position will focus on serving children and adolescents, however coverage for other ages may be required.
- Conduct Psychiatric Evaluations and provide ongoing medication management for patients
- Utilize and provide services via telehealth technology, as needed
- Serve as a collaborating physician for Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners
- Provide brief, real-time Psychiatric consultation to Primary Care providers
- Review, update, and approve treatment services
- Arrange for necessary referrals, in conjunction with care team
- Ensure optimal work relations with referral sources and internal departments
- Participate, as needed, in court commitment hearings for patients as deemed necessary
- Provide Psychiatric emergency coverage on a rotational basis
- Possible travel to provide services in a variety of flexible settings within the larger community specifically including Aspire residential facility locations, as needed
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- Medical degree from a college/university accredited by the US Department of Education
- Satisfactory completion of an approved Psychiatric Residency program
- Experience working with severely mentally ill individuals and/or within a Community Mental Health Center, preferred
- Experience working with children and adolescents required
- Familiarity with Electronic Health Records (EHR), a plus
- Experience in the treatment of Substance Use Disorders, a plus
LICENSURE (must be obtained prior to start date)
- Must be recognized as a Medical Doctor by the State of Indiana
- Must have a current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certificate and State of Indiana Controlled Substance Registration (CSR) or able to obtain prior to start date
- Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
- Buprenorphine waiver, highly preferred
BENEFITS
Aspire prioritizes a work culture that takes care of employees not only at work but in their personal lives as well. The following are offered to *eligible employees:
- Group Medical (PPO and HSA Plans)
- Affordable visits, labs, and prescriptions through Aspire Indiana Health clinics
- Health Savings Account
- Group Dental and Vision Plans
- Prescription coverage, including low copays on all covered medications through select pharmacy locations
- Employee Wellness Program
- Group Life, AD&D Insurance
- Long Term Disability
- Short Term Disability
- Paid-Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Bereavement
- Retirement Plan with generous employer match - Up to 6% match
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Your Money Line Financial Wellness Program
Eligibility dependent on full time or part time status. Not all benefits are offered to part time or temporary employees.
Drug screen, TB test and extensive background checks (including Criminal History, Sex Offender Registry Search, State Central Registry Check, Education Verification, and Professional References) are required of all Aspire employees. All individuals who join Aspire are strongly encouraged to have a flu shot and be vaccinated against COVID19 prior to joining Aspire to further protect our staff and the patients we serve. We also adhere to CDC protocols including wearing masks, social distancing, and sanitizing. Aspire Indiana Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Psychiatrist
Prioritize residency programs with a strong H-1B track record
Many psychiatry residency programs have sponsored international graduates for decades. Before matching, research each program's history with J-1 visa and H-1B visa sponsorship. Programs at academic medical centers tend to have established immigration infrastructure and dedicated HR support.
Understand the J-1 vs. H-1B tradeoff before you commit
Most international medical graduates enter residency on J-1 status, which carries a two-year home residency requirement. If you're on F-1 OPT, H-1B is often cleaner. Clarify which visa the program sponsors before accepting any offer.
Time your STEM OPT extension application carefully
If your psychiatry degree qualifies under a STEM-designated CIP code, apply for the 24-month STEM OPT extension at least 90 days before your initial OPT expires. This gives you additional runway while your employer pursues H-1B sponsorship.
Target hospitals and health systems with dedicated immigration teams
Large hospital networks, VA medical centers, and academic medical schools process immigration petitions regularly. Smaller private practices may want to sponsor you but lack the process familiarity. Lean toward employers with proven international hire pipelines.
Get your USMLE steps and medical license moving in parallel
State medical licensure timelines vary from two to six months and cannot be rushed. Start your licensing application as soon as you have a job offer in hand. Delays in licensure can delay your employment start date, which affects your OPT validity.
Be explicit about your OPT timeline in interviews
Psychiatry employers who want to hire you need to plan around your authorization window. Clearly state your OPT end date and whether a STEM extension is available. Employers who understand the timeline upfront are far more likely to initiate sponsorship promptly.
Psychiatrist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a psychiatrist in the United States on F-1 OPT?
Yes, but your OPT authorization must be active and your employment must be directly related to your degree field. Psychiatry graduates from accredited U.S. medical programs can work in clinical roles during OPT. You'll also need to meet state licensure requirements, which are separate from your immigration status and must be in place before you begin seeing patients.
Do psychiatrist roles typically come with H-1B visa sponsorship?
Psychiatry is one of the more sponsorship-friendly specialties because the physician shortage makes employers highly motivated to retain qualified candidates regardless of visa status. Academic medical centers, hospital systems, and community mental health organizations regularly sponsor H-1B petitions for psychiatrists. You can browse OPT-eligible psychiatrist roles with sponsorship potential on Migrate Mate.
Does a psychiatry degree qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on how your degree was classified. Some psychiatry and neuroscience-adjacent programs are designated under STEM CIP codes, which would make you eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Check your degree's CIP code with your DSO. If it qualifies, you'd have up to three years of OPT work authorization, giving employers significantly more time to sponsor your H-1B.
How does state medical licensure interact with my OPT work authorization?
Your OPT work authorization and your state medical license are issued by entirely separate entities and operate on different timelines. OPT is granted by USCIS through your DSO. State licensure is granted by the medical board and can take two to six months depending on the state. You cannot legally practice psychiatry without both. Start your licensure application as early as possible to avoid gaps.
Can I do a psychiatry fellowship on OPT after completing my residency?
Yes, fellowship training in psychiatry counts as practical training related to your degree, so it qualifies as authorized OPT employment. However, your OPT clock continues running during fellowship. If your initial OPT and STEM extension are nearly exhausted, you and your program should plan for H-1B sponsorship before your authorization lapses. Coordinate with your DSO well in advance of any transition.