OPT Staff Psychiatrist Jobs
Staff Psychiatrist roles are among the most OPT-compatible physician positions available, with many academic medical centers and federally qualified health centers actively sponsoring H-1B visas. Your psychiatric training directly satisfies specialty occupation requirements, and STEM OPT extension is not available for this field, making employer sponsorship timelines critical.
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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.
Overview:
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 Staff Psychiatrist
Target employers with a J-1 waiver history
Academic medical centers, VA hospitals, and federally qualified health centers frequently hire foreign-trained psychiatrists through J-1 visa Conrad 30 waivers or National Interest Waivers. These institutions have established sponsorship infrastructure and are far more likely to support your OPT-to-H-1B transition.
Start the H-1B conversation before accepting an offer
Psychiatry roles often have long credentialing timelines. Confirm that your employer will sponsor your H-1B before you sign, since cap-subject filings must be submitted months before your OPT expires to maintain continuous work authorization without a gap.
Understand your OPT end date relative to the H-1B cap
H-1B cap petitions are filed in April for an October 1 start date. Map your OPT expiration against this window early. If your OPT ends before October 1, ask whether your employer can request a cap-gap bridge or explore cap-exempt hospital positions.
Prioritize cap-exempt institutions if timing is tight
Hospitals affiliated with universities and nonprofit research institutions are often H-1B cap-exempt, meaning your petition can be filed and approved year-round. This bypasses the lottery entirely and gives you far more flexibility if your OPT timeline is compressed.
Get your medical credentials verified early
USMLE completion, ECFMG certification, and state medical licensure all affect your start date eligibility. Delays in credentialing can complicate your H-1B petition filing. Begin state licensure applications as soon as possible, since psychiatry licensing timelines vary significantly by state.
Document your specialty occupation case clearly
USCIS requires evidence that your role requires a specific advanced degree. For Staff Psychiatrists, this is straightforward, but your employer's attorney should cite your MD or DO, board certification requirements, and the clinical complexity of inpatient or outpatient psychiatric care in the petition.
Staff Psychiatrist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Staff Psychiatrist on OPT?
Yes, if you completed a qualifying medical or psychology degree program in the U.S. and your role directly relates to your field of study. Most Staff Psychiatrist positions require an MD, DO, or equivalent doctoral degree, which satisfies OPT's requirement that employment must be directly related to your major area of study.
Is STEM OPT extension available for psychiatry graduates?
No. Medical degrees, including psychiatry, are not on the STEM Designated Degree Program list, so you cannot apply for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Your standard 12-month OPT period is what you have, which makes finding an employer willing to sponsor your H-1B within that window especially important.
Which types of employers are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for Staff Psychiatrists?
Academic medical centers, VA hospital systems, federally qualified health centers, and nonprofit health systems with established immigration programs are your strongest targets. These institutions sponsor H-1B and J-1 Conrad 30 waivers regularly and have legal teams experienced in physician immigration. You can browse psychiatry roles at OPT-friendly employers on Migrate Mate.
How does the 60-day grace period affect my job search as a psychiatrist?
If your OPT employment ends before your EAD expires, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new position, change status, or depart the U.S. You cannot work during this period. Given the credentialing and privileging timelines in psychiatry, plan to have your next position secured well before your current role ends.
What happens if my OPT expires before my H-1B is approved?
If your employer filed a cap-subject H-1B petition before April 1 and USCIS accepted it, you may be covered by cap-gap protection, which extends your OPT and work authorization through September 30. However, this only applies if your OPT is still valid at the time of filing, making early action on the petition essential.