Psychiatrist Jobs in Arizona

Psychiatrist jobs in Arizona are in strong demand, with openings concentrated in behavioral health systems, integrated care networks, community mental health centers, and correctional and veteran services, at levels from early-career residents through senior attending and medical director roles. Phoenix, Tucson, and Tempe are the primary hiring hubs, anchored by large employers such as Banner Health, Valleywise Health, and the Department of Veterans Affairs. The most consistent openings are in outpatient adult psychiatry, child and adolescent psychiatry, and telepsychiatry. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles28
Top employerNaphcare
Top cityPhoenix, AZ
Cities hiring13
Work type53% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Psychiatrist or Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
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Psychiatrist or Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Revitalize Ketamine Clinic
Prescott Valley, Arizona
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
$80k - $180k.88/yr
On-Site

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Circle the City
Psychiatrist PRN
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Psychiatrist PRN
Circle the City
Phoenix, Arizona
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
CPR Certification
201-500

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Family Care Center, PLLC
Regional Medical Director - Psychiatrist
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Regional Medical Director - Psychiatrist
Family Care Center, PLLC
Gilbert, Arizona
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
501-1,000

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Psychiatrist Part Time
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Psychiatrist Part Time
CoreCivic
Eloy, Arizona
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physicians
10,000+

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Psychiatrist- Inpatient Adult
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Psychiatrist- Inpatient Adult
Sierra Tucson
Tucson, Arizona
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
$310k - $350k/yr
51-200

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Psychiatrist Jobs by City in Arizona

Where Arizona roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Phoenix
8 jobs
Tucson
7 jobs
Scottsdale
2 jobs
Eloy
1 job
Buckeye
1 job
Gilbert
1 job
Chandler
1 job
Glendale
1 job
Goodyear
1 job

Psychiatrist Job Market in Arizona

A snapshot from current Arizona openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Naphcare
Naphcare3 open roles
Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic2 open roles
Family Care Center, PLLC
Family Care Center, PLLC2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Education
  • Science & Research
  • Non-Profit & Social Services
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Arizona Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in psychiatrist jobs across Arizona.

  • Active Arizona medical license issued by the Arizona Medical Board
  • Board certification or board eligibility in psychiatry through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
  • Completion of an ACGME-accredited psychiatry residency program
  • Current DEA registration and prescriptive authority for controlled substances in Arizona
  • Experience with behavioral health documentation platforms and electronic health records
  • Strong clinical background in one or more subspecialties such as child, geriatric, or forensic psychiatry

Psychiatrist Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a psychiatrist in Arizona?

To become a psychiatrist in Arizona, you must earn a medical degree, complete an ACGME-accredited psychiatry residency of at least four years, and obtain an active Arizona medical license through the Arizona Medical Board. Licensure requires passing the USMLE or COMLEX sequence and submitting a verification of postgraduate training. Most Arizona employers also expect board certification through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology before or shortly after hire.

How much do psychiatrists make in Arizona?

Psychiatrists in Arizona earn a median of about $249,720 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $128,350 for the lowest 10% to over $385,760 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire psychiatrists in Arizona?

Employers hiring psychiatrists in Arizona right now include Naphcare, Mayo Clinic, and Family Care Center, PLLC, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Arizona's large integrated health systems and its growing network of community behavioral health organizations generate particularly consistent psychiatrist demand throughout the year.

Which Arizona cities have the most psychiatrist jobs?

Phoenix, Tucson, and Scottsdale have the most psychiatrist openings in Arizona. Phoenix drives the bulk of demand as the state's largest metro, home to major systems like Banner Health and Valleywise Health, while Tucson's concentration of university-affiliated clinics, VA facilities, and community mental health centers supports steady hiring, and Tempe benefits from its proximity to integrated behavioral health networks serving the East Valley.

Are there remote psychiatrist jobs in Arizona?

Yes, and more than most clinical fields. About 47% of psychiatrist openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how well psychiatric evaluation and medication management translate to telehealth. Outpatient adult psychiatry and medication management roles are the most consistently offered in remote or hybrid formats, while inpatient and emergency psychiatric positions remain on-site.

How can I get hired as a psychiatrist in Arizona with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing a residency or fellowship at an Arizona program such as those affiliated with the University of Arizona or Creighton University School of Medicine, then applying directly to new-grad or first-year attending openings at Banner Health, Valleywise Health, or Arizona state-operated behavioral health facilities. Many community mental health centers in Phoenix and Tucson hire psychiatrists coming directly out of training. Board eligibility, a clean Arizona medical license, and documented experience with electronic health records all strengthen a new applicant's profile.

Where can I find and apply to psychiatrist jobs in Arizona?

You can find and apply to psychiatrist jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings across health systems, community behavioral health organizations, and outpatient practices. Find the roles that fit your subspecialty and experience level and apply directly.

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