Psychiatrist Jobs in Maryland
Psychiatrist jobs in Maryland reflect one of the more active mental health hiring markets on the East Coast, with demand concentrated in hospital systems, academic medical centers, community mental health organizations, and correctional health settings. Most openings are in the Baltimore metropolitan area and the Washington, D.C. suburbs, particularly Montgomery and Prince George's counties, with well-established employers like Johns Hopkins Medicine, University of Maryland Medical System, and Sheppard Pratt anchoring the market. Child and adolescent psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, and forensic psychiatry are consistently among the most sought-after specialties. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Join our team at SOL Mental Health! We're redefining what's possible in mental health care—starting with you.
At SOL, you're part of a collaborative, clinician-centered team with the structure, support, and tools to do your best work. This is a hybrid role that should be located somewhere in our current DMV market (DC, Alexandria, Gaithersburg, Rockville, Baltimore, Arlington, Frederick)
Compensation & Benefits
- $220,000 - $270,000+ inclusive of a guarantee plus clinical hour-based incentives
- Medical, dental, vision, FSA and HSA
- 401(k) with match
- Annual CEU budget of $2,500 annually
- Admin, billing and marketing support
- PTO + 10 paid holidays
- Professional liability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Short & long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Office space in one of our DMV locations
What You Bring
- MD with an active, unrestricted medical license (or ability to obtain licensure) in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.
- Active DEA registration (or ability to obtain without restriction).
- 3+ years of experience providing medical direction and supervision, particularly with Medicare patients.
- Board certified or board eligible in General Psychiatry.
- Board certification or eligibility in Geriatric Psychiatry or Consult/Liaison Psychiatry is preferred.
- Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) participation is preferred, but not required.
What You'll Do
- Provide Structured Care Review (SCR) to primary treating clinician through systematic case review and treatment plan oversight (average of 32 review hours per week and 6 to 10 patient reviews per hour). Focus on Medicare patients in market.
- Recommend any treatment adjustments, including specific medication and lab/imaging/study order recommendations, treatment plan adjustments, or advised clinical protocols directly with the primary care provider
- Provide high-quality, evidence-based care
- Work with adults, young adults, and/or children
- Support patients in crisis with appropriate interventions
- Complete timely, accurate documentation
Why SOL
- You're never working alone—strong clinical community with monthly learning opportunities, group supervision
- Built-in referrals + full admin support (billing, scheduling, marketing)
- Integrated care model with collaboration across disciplines
- Career growth paths and advancement opportunities
- Annual CEU support + ongoing learning (Grand Rounds, office hours)
Our Culture
We show up for each other and our patients:
We Lead with Heart
We Look for the Good
We Strengthen Each Other
We Strive for Excellence
We Break New Ground
Commitment to Inclusion
We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
Apply today and help shape the future of mental health care.
Join our team at SOL Mental Health! We're redefining what's possible in mental health care—starting with you.
At SOL, you're part of a collaborative, clinician-centered team with the structure, support, and tools to do your best work. This is a hybrid role that should be located somewhere in our current DMV market (DC, Alexandria, Gaithersburg, Rockville, Baltimore, Arlington, Frederick)
Compensation & Benefits
- $220,000 - $270,000+ inclusive of a guarantee plus clinical hour-based incentives
- Medical, dental, vision, FSA and HSA
- 401(k) with match
- Annual CEU budget of $2,500 annually
- Admin, billing and marketing support
- PTO + 10 paid holidays
- Professional liability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Short & long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Office space in one of our DMV locations
What You Bring
- MD with an active, unrestricted medical license (or ability to obtain licensure) in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.
- Active DEA registration (or ability to obtain without restriction).
- 3+ years of experience providing medical direction and supervision, particularly with Medicare patients.
- Board certified or board eligible in General Psychiatry.
- Board certification or eligibility in Geriatric Psychiatry or Consult/Liaison Psychiatry is preferred.
- Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) participation is preferred, but not required.
What You'll Do
- Provide Structured Care Review (SCR) to primary treating clinician through systematic case review and treatment plan oversight (average of 32 review hours per week and 6 to 10 patient reviews per hour). Focus on Medicare patients in market.
- Recommend any treatment adjustments, including specific medication and lab/imaging/study order recommendations, treatment plan adjustments, or advised clinical protocols directly with the primary care provider
- Provide high-quality, evidence-based care
- Work with adults, young adults, and/or children
- Support patients in crisis with appropriate interventions
- Complete timely, accurate documentation
Why SOL
- You're never working alone—strong clinical community with monthly learning opportunities, group supervision
- Built-in referrals + full admin support (billing, scheduling, marketing)
- Integrated care model with collaboration across disciplines
- Career growth paths and advancement opportunities
- Annual CEU support + ongoing learning (Grand Rounds, office hours)
Our Culture
We show up for each other and our patients:
We Lead with Heart
We Look for the Good
We Strengthen Each Other
We Strive for Excellence
We Break New Ground
Commitment to Inclusion
We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
Apply today and help shape the future of mental health care.
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Psychiatrist Job Market in Maryland
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Non-Profit & Social Services
- Education
- Science & Research
What Maryland Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in psychiatrist jobs across Maryland.
- Active Maryland medical license issued by the Maryland Board of Physicians
- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school and completed psychiatry residency
- Board certification or active board eligibility in psychiatry through ABPN
- DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances in Maryland
- Experience with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Strong background in evidence-based treatment modalities including CBT and DBT
Psychiatrist Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a psychiatrist in Maryland?
To practice as a psychiatrist in Maryland, you must obtain a medical license from the Maryland Board of Physicians, which requires completing an accredited medical school program, finishing a psychiatry residency, and passing the USMLE or COMLEX series. Most positions also require board certification from the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Subspecialty training in areas like child psychiatry or addiction medicine strengthens candidacy at Maryland's academic and community health systems.
How much do psychiatrists make in Maryland?
Psychiatrists in Maryland earn a median of about $305,320 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $154,720 for the lowest 10% to over $449,640 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire psychiatrists in Maryland?
Employers hiring psychiatrists in Maryland right now include Advanced Behavioral Health, Sheppard Pratt, and LifeStance Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Maryland's dense network of academic medical centers, federally qualified health centers, and behavioral health organizations creates consistent openings across inpatient, outpatient, and telehealth settings throughout the state.
Which Maryland cities have the most psychiatrist jobs?
Baltimore, Towson, and Silver Spring have the most psychiatrist openings in Maryland. Baltimore leads because of its concentration of major academic hospital systems and dedicated psychiatric hospitals like Sheppard Pratt, while the D.C. suburban cities reflect demand from large health networks and federally affiliated providers serving one of the most densely populated corridors in the country.
Are there remote psychiatrist jobs in Maryland?
Yes, and more than most medical specialties, since telepsychiatry is widely accepted for evaluation and medication management. About 89% of psychiatrist openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the strong adoption of telehealth platforms across the state. Outpatient medication management, therapy-only roles, and crisis consultation positions are the most likely to be fully remote.
How can I get hired as a psychiatrist in Maryland with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a psychiatry residency at a Maryland program, such as those at Johns Hopkins Hospital or the University of Maryland Medical Center, which often convert residents into full attending roles. New graduates without prior attending experience can target associate or staff psychiatrist openings at community mental health centers and Federally Qualified Health Centers across Baltimore and the D.C. suburbs. Board eligibility, a Maryland Board of Physicians license, and experience with underserved populations are the credentials that carry the most weight at these entry-level positions.
Where can I find and apply to psychiatrist jobs in Maryland?
You can find and apply to psychiatrist jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current Maryland openings across hospital systems, community health organizations, and outpatient practices. Search the listings, find roles that match your specialty and preferred setting, and apply directly to whichever ones fit your background.
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