Psychiatrist Jobs in Florida

Psychiatrist jobs in Florida are among the most active in the country, with consistent demand across public health systems, private behavioral health groups, correctional health, and telehealth platforms at every level from newly licensed to medical director. Miami, Tampa, and Orlando anchor the largest share of openings, where employers like BayCare Health System, UF Health, and the Florida Department of Children and Families maintain substantial psychiatric workforces. Child and adolescent psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, and forensic psychiatry are the most sought-after specializations across the state right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles79
Top employerLifeStance Health
Top cityJacksonville, FL
Cities hiring34
Work type42% Hybrid
Top industryHealthcare

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Lotus Counseling Center
Psychiatrist – Outpatient Mental Health Practice
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Psychiatrist – Outpatient Mental Health Practice
Lotus Counseling Center
Miami, Florida
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
$101k.34 - $450k/yr
Hybrid

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LifeStance Health
Child or Adult Psychiatrist - Tampa - Outpatient / Telehealth
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Child or Adult Psychiatrist - Tampa - Outpatient / Telehealth
LifeStance Health
Tampa, Florida
Cloud & DevOps
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$308k - $370k/yr
Hybrid
5,001-10,000

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LifeStance Health
Child or Adult Psychiatrist - Jacksonville, FL - Outpatient / Telehealth
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Child or Adult Psychiatrist - Jacksonville, FL - Outpatient / Telehealth
LifeStance Health
Jacksonville, Florida
Cloud & DevOps
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$308k - $370k/yr
Hybrid
5,001-10,000

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LifeStance Health
Child or Adult Psychiatrist - Lakeland, FL - Outpatient / Telehealth
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Child or Adult Psychiatrist - Lakeland, FL - Outpatient / Telehealth
LifeStance Health
Lakeland, Florida
Cloud & DevOps
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$308k - $370k/yr
Hybrid
5,001-10,000

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Allara
Consulting Psychiatrist - Allara Health Psychiatry Launch
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Allara
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Consulting Psychiatrist - Allara Health Psychiatry Launch
Allara
Jacksonville, Florida
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Remote (US)

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Psychiatrist Jobs by City in Florida

Where Florida roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Jacksonville
13 jobs
Orlando
7 jobs
Ocala
6 jobs
Miami
4 jobs
Tampa
3 jobs
Pensacola
3 jobs
Winter Haven
3 jobs
Lakeland
2 jobs
Hollywood
2 jobs

Psychiatrist Job Market in Florida

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

Who's Hiring

LifeStance Health
LifeStance Health9 open roles
BayCare Health System
BayCare Health System5 open roles
Optum
Optum4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Education

What Florida Employers Look For

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

  • Active Florida medical license issued by the Florida Board of Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine
  • Completion of an accredited psychiatry residency program with board certification or eligibility
  • DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances in Florida
  • Experience with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Cerner
  • Familiarity with Florida Baker Act procedures and involuntary examination protocols
  • Strong diagnostic skills across mood disorders, psychosis, and co-occurring substance use conditions

Psychiatrist Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a psychiatrist in Florida?

To become a psychiatrist in Florida, you must earn a medical degree, complete an accredited four-year psychiatry residency, and obtain a Florida medical license through the Florida Board of Medicine or the Florida Board of Osteopathic Medicine. The licensing process requires passing the USMLE or COMLEX series and a background check. Board certification through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology strengthens your standing with most Florida employers, particularly health systems and community mental health centers.

How much do psychiatrists make in Florida?

Psychiatrists in Florida earn a median of about $316,200 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $71,680 for the lowest 10% to over $568,460 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire psychiatrists in Florida?

Employers hiring psychiatrists in Florida right now include LifeStance Health, BayCare Health System, and Optum, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Florida's mix of large public health systems, private behavioral health networks, and county-contracted community mental health centers means consistent openings across both urban and underserved rural areas throughout the state.

Which Florida cities have the most psychiatrist jobs?

Jacksonville, Florida, and Orlando consistently post the most psychiatrist openings in Florida. Miami and Tampa draw the volume through large hospital systems and densely populated metro areas with high service demand, while Orlando's growth as a regional healthcare hub has added significant capacity in outpatient and inpatient behavioral health settings across the greater Central Florida region.

Are there remote psychiatrist jobs in Florida?

Yes, and more than most clinical fields. About 75% of psychiatrist openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, driven largely by telehealth platforms that expanded significantly after regulatory changes made audio-video prescribing more widely permissible. Outpatient medication management and follow-up care are the most commonly remote components, while inpatient, forensic, and crisis stabilization roles remain on-site.

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

The most realistic entry path is completing your psychiatry residency at a Florida-affiliated program, such as those run through UF Health, University of Miami Health System, or USF Health, and converting directly into a staff position at the same institution. Florida's community mental health centers and county-contracted providers, including Henderson Behavioral Health and Centerstone Florida, regularly bring on newly licensed psychiatrists for outpatient and crisis roles. Holding a Florida medical license and active DEA registration at the time of application gives you a clear competitive edge over out-of-state candidates still awaiting licensure.

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

You can find and apply to psychiatrist jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings from health systems, behavioral health groups, and public sector employers across the state. Find the roles that fit your specialty and experience level and apply directly through the listings.

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