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 roles82
Top employerBayCare Health System
Top cityJacksonville, FL
Cities hiring44
Work type49% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Psychiatrist (Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Medicine)
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Psychiatrist (Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Medicine)
University of Central Florida
Lake Nona, Florida
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
10,000+

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Child Psychiatrist
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Child Psychiatrist
LifeStream Behavioral Center
Leesburg, Florida
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
501-1,000

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Outpatient Psychiatrist Position | Beautiful Emerald Coast | W2 Full-time | Panama City, FL
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Outpatient Psychiatrist Position | Beautiful Emerald Coast | W2 Full-time | Panama City, FL
Emerald Coast Behavioral Hospital
Panama City, Florida
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
201-500

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Psychiatrist
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Psychiatrist
Professional Health Care of Pinellas
Pinellas County, FL
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
On-Site
51-200

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Psychiatrist for Child, Adolescent and Adult
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Psychiatrist for Child, Adolescent and Adult
MCR Health
Bradenton, Florida
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
CPR Certification
501-1,000

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Psychiatrist Jobs by City in Florida

Where Florida roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Jacksonville
13 jobs
Miami
5 jobs
Tampa
4 jobs
Orlando
4 jobs
Ocala
3 jobs
Panama City
3 jobs
Winter Haven
3 jobs
Fort Myers
2 jobs
Middleburg
2 jobs

Psychiatrist Job Market in Florida

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

Who's Hiring

BayCare Health System5 open roles
Optum3 open roles
Baptist Health3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Insurance

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 BayCare Health System, Optum, and Baptist Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 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 Miami 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 51% of psychiatrist openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of October 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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