Senior Level Psychiatrist Jobs
Senior level psychiatrist jobs put experienced clinicians in charge of complex caseloads, clinical program direction, and the multidisciplinary teams that deliver patient care. Most openings are 14% remote or hybrid across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Government & Public Sector, with employers like Northwestern University, PHYSICIAN AFFILIATE GROUP OF NEW YORK, and TeamHealth hiring at this level now.
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Job Description
Advance your career providing safe, high-quality care as a facility medical director and rounding in inpatient behavioral health facilities in the Knoxville, Tennessee, area. Make a meaningful impact as a psychiatrist in a supportive inpatient hospital facility.
At TeamHealth, we value your clinical expertise and dedication to patient care. Here, you can focus on what matters most, making a positive impact on the lives of your patients, without the administrative responsibility of private practice.
Role Overview
- Provide psychiatric patient care to adults and adolescence in an inpatient setting
- Full-time, Monday through Friday
- Hours 8-5
- Typical case load is 12-16 patients/day
- As facility medical director, work with hospital administration to help maintain quality of care and align hospital goals with clinical work
- Developed infrastructure with extensive back-office support as well as management support
Compensation and Benefits
- Compensation: generous base salary, plus additional compensation for medical director roles
- Productivity bonus
- Paid after hour call coverage (voluntary/rotation)
- Paid weekend coverage (voluntary/rotation)
- Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
- Paid nurse practitioner supervision (if applicable)
Qualifications
- Board eligible/board certified psychiatrist
- Active, unrestricted Tennessee license
- Active, unrestricted DEA
- Experience working in acute inpatient setting
- Must be available to start October 2026
Ready to make a difference? Join TeamHealth and experience the difference of a supportive, collaborative, and rewarding work environment. Apply today!
California Applicant Privacy Act: https://www.teamhealth.com/california-applicant-privacy-notice/
Benefits
- Developed infrastructure with extensive back office as well as local management support
- Dental, health, vision, 401k and more
- Flexible spending account
- Health savings account
- Flex time off
- Professional liability insurance
About the City
Home to The University of Tennessee and the corporate headquarters of many national companies, Knoxville offers excellent public schools, a low cost of living and no state income tax. Add to those perks, endless outdoor recreation opportunities, a growing culinary scene, great family entertainment availability and an active music scene that includes the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra. With more than 100 miles of greenways and bike trails, Knoxville is the outdoor enthusiast's dream. Go paddle boarding or kayaking with friends on the Tennessee River or in one of the many local lakes and quarries, or skip over to south Knoxville's Urban Wilderness for paved and off-road biking trails. For those looking for a challenge, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is just an hour away with access to the famous Appalachian Trail! Outdoor activities, however, are just part of the fun this city offers. Its growing downtown area features restaurants, shopping, pubs and much more. Stop by the vintage Phoenix Pharmacy and Fountain for root beer floats or sundaes, go bowling at Maple Hall where you can enjoy delicious cocktails and appetizers, or eat at one of the many regionally recognized restaurants. This mid-sized city has much to explore and offers easy access to other large cities like Chattanooga, Asheville, Nashville, Atlanta and Lexington.
Job Description
Advance your career providing safe, high-quality care as a facility medical director and rounding in inpatient behavioral health facilities in the Knoxville, Tennessee, area. Make a meaningful impact as a psychiatrist in a supportive inpatient hospital facility.
At TeamHealth, we value your clinical expertise and dedication to patient care. Here, you can focus on what matters most, making a positive impact on the lives of your patients, without the administrative responsibility of private practice.
Role Overview
- Provide psychiatric patient care to adults and adolescence in an inpatient setting
- Full-time, Monday through Friday
- Hours 8-5
- Typical case load is 12-16 patients/day
- As facility medical director, work with hospital administration to help maintain quality of care and align hospital goals with clinical work
- Developed infrastructure with extensive back-office support as well as management support
Compensation and Benefits
- Compensation: generous base salary, plus additional compensation for medical director roles
- Productivity bonus
- Paid after hour call coverage (voluntary/rotation)
- Paid weekend coverage (voluntary/rotation)
- Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
- Paid nurse practitioner supervision (if applicable)
Qualifications
- Board eligible/board certified psychiatrist
- Active, unrestricted Tennessee license
- Active, unrestricted DEA
- Experience working in acute inpatient setting
- Must be available to start October 2026
Ready to make a difference? Join TeamHealth and experience the difference of a supportive, collaborative, and rewarding work environment. Apply today!
California Applicant Privacy Act: https://www.teamhealth.com/california-applicant-privacy-notice/
Benefits
- Developed infrastructure with extensive back office as well as local management support
- Dental, health, vision, 401k and more
- Flexible spending account
- Health savings account
- Flex time off
- Professional liability insurance
About the City
Home to The University of Tennessee and the corporate headquarters of many national companies, Knoxville offers excellent public schools, a low cost of living and no state income tax. Add to those perks, endless outdoor recreation opportunities, a growing culinary scene, great family entertainment availability and an active music scene that includes the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra. With more than 100 miles of greenways and bike trails, Knoxville is the outdoor enthusiast's dream. Go paddle boarding or kayaking with friends on the Tennessee River or in one of the many local lakes and quarries, or skip over to south Knoxville's Urban Wilderness for paved and off-road biking trails. For those looking for a challenge, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is just an hour away with access to the famous Appalachian Trail! Outdoor activities, however, are just part of the fun this city offers. Its growing downtown area features restaurants, shopping, pubs and much more. Stop by the vintage Phoenix Pharmacy and Fountain for root beer floats or sundaes, go bowling at Maple Hall where you can enjoy delicious cocktails and appetizers, or eat at one of the many regionally recognized restaurants. This mid-sized city has much to explore and offers easy access to other large cities like Chattanooga, Asheville, Nashville, Atlanta and Lexington.
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Senior Level Psychiatrist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level psychiatrist job?
Employers hiring at this level look for clinicians who have moved beyond supervised practice into autonomous decision-making, program ownership, and peer consultation. Strong candidates demonstrate subspecialty depth, a history of leading treatment teams or quality initiatives, board certification in a relevant area, and the ability to mentor residents or junior colleagues. Publications, committee leadership, or care model innovation strengthen an application considerably.
Which companies hire senior level psychiatrists?
Companies hiring senior level psychiatrists right now include Northwestern University, PHYSICIAN AFFILIATE GROUP OF NEW YORK, and TeamHealth, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. At this level, hiring tends to concentrate among large health systems, academic medical centers, and behavioral health organizations that need senior clinicians to lead programs and set clinical standards.
Are there remote senior level psychiatrist jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by subspecialty and setting. About 14% of senior level psychiatrist openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the expansion of telepsychiatry across outpatient, consultation-liaison, and population health roles. Inpatient, forensic, and certain leadership positions typically require on-site presence.
What makes a psychiatrist role senior level?
Senior level psychiatrist roles are defined by autonomous clinical authority, program or service-line ownership, and a formal expectation to mentor and supervise others. These positions involve setting treatment protocols, contributing to departmental strategy, and managing complex or high-acuity patient populations without routine oversight. The distinction from mid level roles is scope of responsibility and organizational influence, not simply years of practice.
Which industries hire the most senior level psychiatrists?
Senior Level psychiatrist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Government & Public Sector, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive demand at the senior level because they operate large patient populations, run residency training programs, or carry regulatory and accreditation requirements that call for experienced clinical leadership.