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 12% remote or hybrid across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Government & Public Sector, with employers like Eating Recovery Center, University of Colorado, and Northwestern University hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles26
Top stateNew York
Top employerEating Recovery Center
Top cityChicago, IL
Work type88% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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South Cove Community Health Center, Inc.
Child Psychiatrist
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South Cove Community Health Center, Inc.
New 1m ago
Child Psychiatrist
South Cove Community Health Center, Inc.
Boston, Massachusetts
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
$260k/yr
On-Site
201-500

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Comprehensive Healthcare
Child Psychiatrist
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Comprehensive Healthcare
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Child Psychiatrist
Comprehensive Healthcare
Yakima, Washington
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
$248k - $372k/yr
Remote (US)
501-1,000

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University of Colorado
Lead Psychiatrist
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University of Colorado
Added 1w ago
Lead Psychiatrist
University of Colorado
Aurora, Colorado
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
$268k - $273k/yr
Hybrid
Doctorate
10,000+

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MultiCare Health System
Psychiatrist
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MultiCare Health System
Added 1mo ago
Psychiatrist
MultiCare Health System
Puyallup, Washington
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
$330k - $377k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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State of Michigan
Forensic Psychiatrist
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State of Michigan
Added 1mo ago
Forensic Psychiatrist
State of Michigan
Saline, Michigan
Medical Specialists
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
Mental & Behavioral Health
$92 - $136/hr
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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Senior Level Psychiatrist Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Eating Recovery Center
    Eating Recovery Center2
  • University of Colorado
    University of Colorado2
  • Northwestern University
    Northwestern University2
  • Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
    Children's Hospital of Philadelphia2
  • PHYSICIAN AFFILIATE GROUP OF NEW YORK
    PHYSICIAN AFFILIATE GROUP OF NEW YORK2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services18
  • Education7
  • Government & Public Sector1
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals1

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 Eating Recovery Center, University of Colorado, and Northwestern University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 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 12% of senior level psychiatrist openings are remote or hybrid as of July 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 July 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.