Entry Level Psychiatrist Jobs
New grad psychiatrist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong clinical rotations or residency work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Non-Profit & Social Services, with employers like LifeStance Health, New York State Office of Mental Health, and Optum hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Northern Light Acadia Hospital is seeking a board-certified/board-eligible Psychiatrist to join our Adult Inpatient team in Bangor, Maine. This is an exciting opportunity to practice within a state-of-the-art facility and join one of the most well-respected programs in the state.
J-1 Waiver sponsorship is available, with a pathway to permanent residency (Green Card) supported by experienced immigration counsel.
Position Highlights:
- Join and lead an interdisciplinary team known for delivering high-quality psychiatric care
- Provide clinical leadership, teaching, and mentorship to care team members
- Participate in teaching and lecturing opportunities within our Adult Psychiatry Residency Program if desired
- Full-time, on-site position with a Monday – Friday schedule
Compensation Information:
- $300,000 - $310,000 annual base salary.
- The compensation range listed reflects the range Northern Light Health anticipates relying on in setting the wages for the position. The range may not necessarily include all additional compensation elements available, including but not limited to call pay, leadership stipends, etc.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee diagnostic evaluations and develop comprehensive, individualized treatment plans
- Ensure all therapies and therapeutic activities align with treatment goals
- Conduct initial evaluations, initiate treatment interventions, and provide ongoing care
- Contribute to program development
Why Northern Light Acadia Hospital?
- Comprehensive benefits including generous paid time off, employer-matched retirement plan, and much more
- Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
- Top-tier student loan reimbursement program
- CME allowance to encourage ongoing professional development
- Strong support from interdisciplinary colleagues, experienced staff, and engaged leadership
Northern Light Acadia Hospital is an acute care psychiatric teaching hospital that serves as the central hub for clinical excellence, delivering inpatient and outpatient care for children, adolescents, and adults across Maine. We specialize in the treatment of mental illness and substance use disorders, offering compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each individual. Innovative programs include Behavioral Health Home, integrated behavioral health embedded in primary care practices, telehealth psychiatry, a pediatric day treatment program, and a nationally recognized Memory and Aging service dedicated to Alzheimer’s disease, dementia care, and research.
Bangor, Maine is a vibrant small city with easy access to Maine’s spectacular coast, mountains, and lakes. Schools rank among New England’s best with the flagship campus of the University of Maine located in the neighboring town of Orono. Bangor serves as the regional hub for medicine, the arts, and commerce. Bangor International Airport offers direct and one-stop service to most major destinations.
For more information, please contact:
Kayla Rodriguez, CPRP
ProviderCareers@northernlight.org
Call 207.973.5358 or text Adult IP Psych 207.560.0133
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Entry Level Psychiatrist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level psychiatrist job?
Completing a psychiatry residency is the foundational requirement, and most entry level positions expect board eligibility or licensure in the hiring state. Candidates who stand out at this stage typically bring strong clinical rotation experience, letters of recommendation from supervisors, and familiarity with electronic health record systems. Applying to community mental health centers, hospital systems, and group practices broadens your options early in your career.
Which companies hire entry level psychiatrists?
Companies hiring entry level psychiatrists right now include LifeStance Health, New York State Office of Mental Health, and Optum, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. At this level, hiring covers hospital networks, outpatient behavioral health groups, community mental health organizations, and telehealth providers actively building their clinical teams.
Are there remote entry level psychiatrist jobs?
Yes, though most entry level psychiatrist roles still require some on-site presence. About 20% of entry level psychiatrist openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the growing adoption of telepsychiatry platforms that actively recruit newly licensed clinicians to serve patients across multiple states.
Are these new grad psychiatrist jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior psychiatrist roles. A posting is new grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of post-residency experience, counts internship or fellowship work toward requirements, or explicitly states that new graduates are encouraged to apply. Checking for those signals in each listing helps you focus your applications.
Which industries hire the most entry level psychiatrists?
Entry Level psychiatrist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Non-Profit & Social Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive hiring at the entry level because they face persistent clinician shortages and often structure onboarding programs designed to support newly licensed psychiatrists building independent caseloads.