Psychiatrist Jobs in Nebraska
Psychiatrist jobs in Nebraska are open across Omaha, Papillion, and Lincoln and other Nebraska metros, with employers like CommonSpirit Health, Heartland Family Service, and University of Nebraska Medical Center hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Requisition Details
EEO Statement:
UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Location Omaha, NE
Requisition Number: 2026 - 223
Department Psychiatry 50000526
Business Unit(College/Institute) College of Medicine
FTE:
100
Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule M-F with occasional weekend coverage
Requisition Category Faculty
Requisition Title Addiction Psychiatrist/Rank DOQ
Job Title/Academic Rank Addiction Psychiatrist/Rank DOQ
Appointment Type DOQ - DEPENDS ON QUALS
Salary Range Commensurate with experience
Job/EEO Category Faculty
Job Requisition Begin Date 12/16/2025
Position Summary
Addiction Medicine Psychiatry Opportunity Awaits at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.
The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, NE is recruiting an addiction psychiatrist to join our addiction division faculty. This unique opportunity shares time between a busy Addiction Psychiatry Consult Liaison Service and a robust outpatient addiction psychiatry practice that involves directing a true dual diagnosis intensive outpatient program.
The rapidly growing Psychiatry Department and Addiction Division currently is comprised of an outpatient addiction psychiatrist, psychiatrist running the consult service, and an emergency medicine physician and pediatrician, all board certified in addiction medicine. The Addiction Medicine Fellowship is entering its 7th year. Nebraska Medicine, our hospital partner, has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report for the past 20 years. This means we continue to be ranked as one of America’s Best Hospitals and the top hospital in Nebraska.
Opportunity highlights:
Teaching opportunities alongside national leaders in psychiatry education and research
Multidisciplinary team of mental health professionals and nurses in a collegial environment
Flexible schedule for work life balance
Potential to develop novel clinical programs in integrated collaborative care
Abundant research and career advancement
Addiction Medicine Fellowship that is in its 5th year allows for ample teaching opportunities
Community highlights:
Omaha, Nebraska is rated by Forbes magazine one of the top five best cities to raise a family
Continually earns national accolades for quality of life
Cost of living is 19 percent less than the national average
Thriving arts and entertainment scene
* Home of the NCAA Men’s College World Series and the world-renowned Henry Doorly Zoo
Our compensation package is extremely competitive and includes comprehensive benefits, generous CME and faculty development funding are offered. The ideal candidate must be an MD/DO (or equivalent degree), who is board certified/eligible in addiction psychiatry or addiction medicine.
Contact Dr. Howard Liu, Psychiatry Department Chair at hyliu@unmc.edu with questions. Interested candidates may apply online with CV and letter of interest at https://unmc.peopleadmin.com/postings/94688.
Required Qualifications
M.D.
Board eligible or board certified in addiction medicine and psychiatry
Working Environment & Physical Requirements
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The information provided below best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.
Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Office environment, Clinical environment
Other working environment
NA
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT
Bending, stooping, twisting Occasionally
Crawling Not Applicable
Driving Not Applicable
Kneeling Not Applicable
Reaching Occasionally
Sitting Over 5 hours
Standing Up to 2 hours
Squatting Not Applicable
Walking Up to 2 hours
EXPOSURES
Atmospheric No
Blood/body fluids Yes
Chemical hazards Yes
Working on or around moving machinery No
Electrical current No
Noise No
Changes of temperature/humidity No
Wear PPE No
Work with laboratory animals No
Radiation
Operating hand/power tools No
If you answered yes to any area above, please explain
This physician would work with outpatient and inpatient patients. Physician may be exposed to bodily fluids or medications in both of these settings. This physician would operate a computer.
Hand/Wrists
Fine Manipulation Both
Repetitive Motion Both
Grasping NA
If you selected any area above, please explain
This physician would be writing, using the computer and other equipment necessary for patient care.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
C.V.
Cover Letter
Optional Documents
Requisition Details
EEO Statement:
UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Location Omaha, NE
Requisition Number: 2026 - 223
Department Psychiatry 50000526
Business Unit(College/Institute) College of Medicine
FTE:
100
Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule M-F with occasional weekend coverage
Requisition Category Faculty
Requisition Title Addiction Psychiatrist/Rank DOQ
Job Title/Academic Rank Addiction Psychiatrist/Rank DOQ
Appointment Type DOQ - DEPENDS ON QUALS
Salary Range Commensurate with experience
Job/EEO Category Faculty
Job Requisition Begin Date 12/16/2025
Position Summary
Addiction Medicine Psychiatry Opportunity Awaits at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.
The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, NE is recruiting an addiction psychiatrist to join our addiction division faculty. This unique opportunity shares time between a busy Addiction Psychiatry Consult Liaison Service and a robust outpatient addiction psychiatry practice that involves directing a true dual diagnosis intensive outpatient program.
The rapidly growing Psychiatry Department and Addiction Division currently is comprised of an outpatient addiction psychiatrist, psychiatrist running the consult service, and an emergency medicine physician and pediatrician, all board certified in addiction medicine. The Addiction Medicine Fellowship is entering its 7th year. Nebraska Medicine, our hospital partner, has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report for the past 20 years. This means we continue to be ranked as one of America’s Best Hospitals and the top hospital in Nebraska.
Opportunity highlights:
Teaching opportunities alongside national leaders in psychiatry education and research
Multidisciplinary team of mental health professionals and nurses in a collegial environment
Flexible schedule for work life balance
Potential to develop novel clinical programs in integrated collaborative care
Abundant research and career advancement
Addiction Medicine Fellowship that is in its 5th year allows for ample teaching opportunities
Community highlights:
Omaha, Nebraska is rated by Forbes magazine one of the top five best cities to raise a family
Continually earns national accolades for quality of life
Cost of living is 19 percent less than the national average
Thriving arts and entertainment scene
* Home of the NCAA Men’s College World Series and the world-renowned Henry Doorly Zoo
Our compensation package is extremely competitive and includes comprehensive benefits, generous CME and faculty development funding are offered. The ideal candidate must be an MD/DO (or equivalent degree), who is board certified/eligible in addiction psychiatry or addiction medicine.
Contact Dr. Howard Liu, Psychiatry Department Chair at hyliu@unmc.edu with questions. Interested candidates may apply online with CV and letter of interest at https://unmc.peopleadmin.com/postings/94688.
Required Qualifications
M.D.
Board eligible or board certified in addiction medicine and psychiatry
Working Environment & Physical Requirements
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The information provided below best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.
Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Office environment, Clinical environment
Other working environment
NA
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT
Bending, stooping, twisting Occasionally
Crawling Not Applicable
Driving Not Applicable
Kneeling Not Applicable
Reaching Occasionally
Sitting Over 5 hours
Standing Up to 2 hours
Squatting Not Applicable
Walking Up to 2 hours
EXPOSURES
Atmospheric No
Blood/body fluids Yes
Chemical hazards Yes
Working on or around moving machinery No
Electrical current No
Noise No
Changes of temperature/humidity No
Wear PPE No
Work with laboratory animals No
Radiation
Operating hand/power tools No
If you answered yes to any area above, please explain
This physician would work with outpatient and inpatient patients. Physician may be exposed to bodily fluids or medications in both of these settings. This physician would operate a computer.
Hand/Wrists
Fine Manipulation Both
Repetitive Motion Both
Grasping NA
If you selected any area above, please explain
This physician would be writing, using the computer and other equipment necessary for patient care.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
C.V.
Cover Letter
Optional Documents
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Where Nebraska roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Psychiatrist Job Market in Nebraska
A snapshot from current Nebraska openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- CommonSpirit Health7
- Heartland Family Service5
- University of Nebraska Medical Center4
- Boys Town2
- Lutheran Family Services1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services17
- Non-Profit & Social Services5
- Education3
What Nebraska Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in psychiatrist jobs across Nebraska.
- MD or DO degree with completed psychiatry residency from an ACGME-accredited program
- Board certification or eligibility through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- Active and unrestricted state medical license in the state of employment
- Valid DEA registration for controlled substance prescribing
- Experience with electronic health records such as Epic, Cerner, or similar platforms
- Proficiency in psychopharmacology and evidence-based psychotherapy modalities
Psychiatrist Jobs in Nebraska: Frequently Asked Questions
How many psychiatrist jobs are there in Nebraska?
There are 20+ psychiatrist openings in Nebraska on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Omaha, Papillion, and Lincoln. New positions post regularly as employers across Nebraska hire.
How much do psychiatrists make in Nebraska?
Psychiatrists in Nebraska earn a median of about $135,180 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $53,160 for the lowest 10% to over $353,450 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Nebraska cities have the most psychiatrist jobs?
Omaha, Papillion, and Lincoln have the most psychiatrist openings in Nebraska right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire psychiatrists in Nebraska?
Employers hiring psychiatrists in Nebraska include CommonSpirit Health, Heartland Family Service, and University of Nebraska Medical Center, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote psychiatrist jobs in Nebraska?
Yes. About 10% of psychiatrist openings tied to Nebraska are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Nebraska metros.
How do I apply for psychiatrist jobs in Nebraska?
You can apply to psychiatrist jobs in Nebraska directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Nebraska location, then apply to each one that fits.
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