Psychiatrist Jobs in Washington
Psychiatrist jobs in Washington draw strong demand across public behavioral health agencies, hospital systems, and outpatient mental health clinics, with openings at every level from newly licensed residents through senior medical directors. Seattle, Spokane, and Tacoma account for the largest share of hiring, with major employers such as UW Medicine, MultiCare Health System, and the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services maintaining consistent psychiatrist rosters. Child and adolescent psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, and forensic psychiatry are the sub-specialties seeing the most active recruitment statewide. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job ID: 139229
Location: Longview, WA
Work Type: Full Time
Shift: Variable
Shift Length: Variable
FTE: 1.00
Benefit Eligibility: Full-time benefits
Description
#139229 - Physician (MD/DO) - Psychiatrist/Medical Director | Southwest WA
MEDICAL DIRECTOR
As Medical Director of Behavioral Health Services, you will provide strategic and clinical leadership for a high‑performing team supported by a robust leadership infrastructure. You will:
- Lead clinical quality, safety, efficiency, and service excellence across hospital and ambulatory programs
- Foster physician engagement, mentorship, and a collaborative, high‑trust culture
- Partner closely with operational, nursing, and physician leaders to advance care standards and system‑wide improvement initiatives
- Contribute to program strategy, growth, and financial performance
- Play an active role in recruitment, onboarding, and retention
- 0.8 FTE Clinical, 0.2 FTE Medical Director
Leadership Support & Structure
- Reports directly to the Medical Center Chief Medical Officer (CMO)
CLINICAL PRACTICE
- Integrated physician-led medical group.
- Team of 5 psychiatrists, 3 Nurse Practitioners, and multiple Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Nurses and ancillary staff.
- Partner with existing team members to provide outpatient, inpatient, and consult-liaison services – keep your psychiatric skills sharp in all settings
- Outpatient services are provided on a separate behavioral health campus 1 mile from the hospital
- At the hospital, treat both voluntary and involuntary patients ages 18 and over with acute psychiatric and behavioral disturbances requiring the safety of a locked 22 bed unit, and consultation and liaison services throughout the hospital
Also provided:
- Opioid detoxification and treatment through a buprenorphine (suboxone) program
- Esketamine treatments
- Opportunity to restart Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)
COMPENSATION, BENEFITS & BALANCE
- First Year Salary $350,962.56 plus starting bonus
- Concierge Relocation Assistance to the Pacific Northwest
- Retirement plans, Education Loan Reimbursement & CME Allowance
- Clinician Wellness Benefits – Physician Led for a Better Balance
- Comprehensive Medical/dental/vision/disability/life/wellness coverage
- Mentorship, Clinician Education, Leadership Development & Coaching
Watch Dr. Rachel Bishop's Story and see why clinician wellbeing and balance matters.
LONGVIEW WASHINGTON
Longview and neighboring Kelso sit at the confluence of the Columbia and Cowlitz Rivers in Southwest Washington, offering affordable living, a strong sense of community, and quick access to Portland, the Oregon Coast, and Mount St. Helens. The area is known for its riverside parks, fishing, and a welcoming small-city feel that makes it an ideal home for clinicians seeking balance. Our medical team lives throughout Cowlitz and Clark Counties Washington.
PEACEHEALTH ST. JOHN MEDICAL CENTER
PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center serves Cowlitz County with a comprehensive range of services including emergency care, trauma treatment, cardiac services, behavioral health, orthopedics, cancer care, birthing services, and women's health. As the region's primary hospital, St. John is a cornerstone of care for the communities along the Columbia River in southern Washington. Learn more here.
ABOUT PEACEHEALTH
See how PeaceHealth approaches whole-person, community care.
PeaceHealth is a non-profit health system serving communities throughout Washington, Oregon & Alaska. Approximately 16,000 caregivers, 1,200 physicians and clinicians serve across 9 regional medical centers and approx. 200 community clinics. The values of Respect and Social Justice unite us in our Mission to provide compassionate care to our communities. At PeaceHealth, we're committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity, and Cultural Humility.
WHAT YOU BRING
- Board Certified in Psychiatry
- Leadership experience
LET'S CONNECT
Brian C. Rasmussen | Physician Clinician Recruiter | [email protected]
Job ID: 139229
Location: Longview, WA
Work Type: Full Time
Shift: Variable
Shift Length: Variable
FTE: 1.00
Benefit Eligibility: Full-time benefits
Description
#139229 - Physician (MD/DO) - Psychiatrist/Medical Director | Southwest WA
MEDICAL DIRECTOR
As Medical Director of Behavioral Health Services, you will provide strategic and clinical leadership for a high‑performing team supported by a robust leadership infrastructure. You will:
- Lead clinical quality, safety, efficiency, and service excellence across hospital and ambulatory programs
- Foster physician engagement, mentorship, and a collaborative, high‑trust culture
- Partner closely with operational, nursing, and physician leaders to advance care standards and system‑wide improvement initiatives
- Contribute to program strategy, growth, and financial performance
- Play an active role in recruitment, onboarding, and retention
- 0.8 FTE Clinical, 0.2 FTE Medical Director
Leadership Support & Structure
- Reports directly to the Medical Center Chief Medical Officer (CMO)
CLINICAL PRACTICE
- Integrated physician-led medical group.
- Team of 5 psychiatrists, 3 Nurse Practitioners, and multiple Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Nurses and ancillary staff.
- Partner with existing team members to provide outpatient, inpatient, and consult-liaison services – keep your psychiatric skills sharp in all settings
- Outpatient services are provided on a separate behavioral health campus 1 mile from the hospital
- At the hospital, treat both voluntary and involuntary patients ages 18 and over with acute psychiatric and behavioral disturbances requiring the safety of a locked 22 bed unit, and consultation and liaison services throughout the hospital
Also provided:
- Opioid detoxification and treatment through a buprenorphine (suboxone) program
- Esketamine treatments
- Opportunity to restart Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)
COMPENSATION, BENEFITS & BALANCE
- First Year Salary $350,962.56 plus starting bonus
- Concierge Relocation Assistance to the Pacific Northwest
- Retirement plans, Education Loan Reimbursement & CME Allowance
- Clinician Wellness Benefits – Physician Led for a Better Balance
- Comprehensive Medical/dental/vision/disability/life/wellness coverage
- Mentorship, Clinician Education, Leadership Development & Coaching
Watch Dr. Rachel Bishop's Story and see why clinician wellbeing and balance matters.
LONGVIEW WASHINGTON
Longview and neighboring Kelso sit at the confluence of the Columbia and Cowlitz Rivers in Southwest Washington, offering affordable living, a strong sense of community, and quick access to Portland, the Oregon Coast, and Mount St. Helens. The area is known for its riverside parks, fishing, and a welcoming small-city feel that makes it an ideal home for clinicians seeking balance. Our medical team lives throughout Cowlitz and Clark Counties Washington.
PEACEHEALTH ST. JOHN MEDICAL CENTER
PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center serves Cowlitz County with a comprehensive range of services including emergency care, trauma treatment, cardiac services, behavioral health, orthopedics, cancer care, birthing services, and women's health. As the region's primary hospital, St. John is a cornerstone of care for the communities along the Columbia River in southern Washington. Learn more here.
ABOUT PEACEHEALTH
See how PeaceHealth approaches whole-person, community care.
PeaceHealth is a non-profit health system serving communities throughout Washington, Oregon & Alaska. Approximately 16,000 caregivers, 1,200 physicians and clinicians serve across 9 regional medical centers and approx. 200 community clinics. The values of Respect and Social Justice unite us in our Mission to provide compassionate care to our communities. At PeaceHealth, we're committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity, and Cultural Humility.
WHAT YOU BRING
- Board Certified in Psychiatry
- Leadership experience
LET'S CONNECT
Brian C. Rasmussen | Physician Clinician Recruiter | [email protected]
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Psychiatrist Job Market in Washington
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- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in psychiatrist jobs across Washington.
- Active Washington State medical license issued by the Medical Quality Assurance Commission
- Board certification or board eligibility in psychiatry through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited psychiatry residency program
- Valid DEA registration to prescribe controlled substances in Washington
- Experience with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Ability to obtain Washington State Department of Health provider credentials for hospital privileging
Psychiatrist Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a psychiatrist in Washington?
To become a psychiatrist in Washington, you must earn a medical degree, complete an ACGME-accredited psychiatry residency, and obtain a full medical license from the Washington Medical Quality Assurance Commission. The Commission requires passing USMLE Step exams and a background check. Most Washington employers also expect board certification or active pursuit of it through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology before hire or within a defined period after starting.
How much do psychiatrists make in Washington?
Psychiatrists in Washington earn a median of about $304,920 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $92,320 for the lowest 10% to over $363,850 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire psychiatrists in Washington?
Employers hiring psychiatrists in Washington right now include Dane Street, Arcetyp, and PeaceHealth, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Washington's large integrated health systems and state-funded behavioral health agencies tend to post the most consistent volume, particularly for inpatient and community mental health settings.
Which Washington cities have the most psychiatrist jobs?
Seattle, Tacoma, and Bellevue have the most psychiatrist openings in Washington. Seattle dominates due to the concentration of academic medical centers, large hospital systems, and tech-sector employee assistance programs, while Tacoma and Spokane are driven by regional hospital networks and publicly funded community behavioral health centers serving underserved populations.
Are there remote psychiatrist jobs in Washington?
Yes, and more than most clinical fields, because telepsychiatry has become widely accepted for outpatient medication management and therapy. About 43% of psychiatrist openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting statewide investment in expanding behavioral health access. Medication management, follow-up consultations, and certain crisis-line roles are the positions most commonly offered on a fully remote basis.
How can I get hired as a psychiatrist in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a Washington-based or Washington-recognized residency and applying directly to new-grad or resident-eligible positions at systems like UW Medicine, MultiCare, or the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, all of which onboard newly licensed physicians. Fellowship programs in child and adolescent or addiction psychiatry at University of Washington add a competitive credential. Associate or staff psychiatrist roles in community mental health centers are the most accessible first positions for those without independent practice experience.
Where can I find and apply to psychiatrist jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to psychiatrist jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Find roles that match your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the positions that fit.
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