Psychiatrist Jobs in Wisconsin
Psychiatrist jobs in Wisconsin are concentrated in Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay, where health systems such as Froedtert Health, UW Health, and Advocate Aurora Health maintain active behavioral health programs serving adult, child, and geriatric populations. Demand is strongest for psychiatrists specializing in addiction medicine, child and adolescent psychiatry, and community mental health, with openings at every level from early-career to medical director. Wisconsin's ongoing behavioral health workforce shortage keeps hiring consistent across inpatient units, outpatient clinics, and community health centers. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Behavioral Health Clinic (BHC) is growing, and we're looking for a Psychiatrist (MD) who wants to do more than practice medicine.
Join a growing, mission-driven behavioral health organization serving communities throughout Wisconsin. As a Psychiatrist at BHC, you'll provide exceptional psychiatric care while having the opportunity to help shape the future of psychiatric services across our organization.
This is more than a traditional clinical position. As BHC continues to expand, the right physician will have the opportunity to grow into a physician leadership role, working closely with executive leadership on clinical excellence, quality initiatives, physician mentorship, and psychiatric program development.
Why Join Behavioral Health Clinic?
- Flexible full-time or part-time opportunities
- Hybrid, telehealth, and in-person practice options
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits for eligible employees
- Strong administrative support
- No on-call responsibilities
- Physician leadership and career growth opportunities
- Statewide telehealth opportunities throughout Wisconsin
Physician Leadership Opportunity
We are seeking an MD who is interested not only in providing excellent patient care but also in helping build and strengthen psychiatric services as BHC grows.
Depending on experience and interest, the physician may have opportunities to participate in:
1. Clinical mentorship of psychiatric providers
2. Recruitment and onboarding of physicians
3. Development of psychiatric clinical standards and evidence-based practices
4. Quality improvement and patient care initiatives
5. Psychiatric program development and expansion
6. Collaboration with executive leadership on strategic initiatives
7. Physician education and clinical consultation
8. Development of psychiatric services across Wisconsin
9. Future advancement into a Medical Director or physician leadership role
10. Whether you are an experienced psychiatrist ready to take on greater leadership responsibilities or an early-career physician interested in developing your leadership skills, BHC provides an environment where you can grow.
Clinical Practice
Physicians may tailor their practice based on their experience, interests, and availability.
Clinical responsibilities may include:
- Comprehensive psychiatric evaluations
- Psychiatric diagnosis and treatment
- Medication management
- Follow-up psychiatric care
- Child and adolescent psychiatry
- Adult psychiatry
- Geriatric psychiatry
- Telepsychiatry
- In-person psychiatric services
- Collaborative treatment planning
- Specialty psychiatric populations based on physician expertise
Administrative Support
At BHC, our administrative team helps reduce the non-clinical burden on physicians so you can focus on patient care.
Administrative support includes:
1. Scheduling
2. Insurance verification
3. Patient outreach
4. Billing and collections
5. Credentialing
6. Intake coordination
7. Telehealth technology support
8. Spend more time practicing medicine and less time managing administrative tasks.
Flexibility & Work-Life Balance
We understand that physicians have different professional and personal priorities. BHC offers flexible employment options designed to support physician career goals and work-life balance.
Opportunities include:
- Full-time or part-time employment
- Hybrid practice
- Telepsychiatry
- In-person psychiatric services
- Flexible scheduling
- No on-call responsibilities
- Physician leadership opportunities
- Clinical consultation and collaboration
- Long-term growth within an expanding private practice
Qualifications
Required:
- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
- Active Wisconsin medical license or eligibility for Wisconsin licensure
- Active DEA registration or eligibility
- Strong commitment to ethical, compassionate, and evidence-based psychiatric care
- Interest in physician leadership
- Interest in mentoring other psychiatric providers
- Experience with clinical program development
- Interest in quality improvement and psychiatric service expansion
Compensation Options Include
Competitive fee-for-service compensation based on experience and productivity
OR
Market-competitive salary based on experience, clinical responsibilities, and leadership involvement
Additional compensation opportunities are available for:
1. Medical leadership responsibilities
2. Clinical supervision
3. Program development
4. Committee participation
5. Strategic organizational initiatives
Benefits
Eligible employees may receive:
1. Medical insurance
2. Dental and vision coverage
3. Short-term and long-term disability insurance
4. Retirement plan options
5. Paid time off and paid holidays
6. Continuing Medical Education (CME) support
7. Professional liability insurance
8. Leadership development opportunities
9. Collaborative, mission-driven culture
About Behavioral Health Clinic
Behavioral Health Clinic is a thriving private group practice serving children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families throughout Wisconsin. Our multidisciplinary team includes psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, psychologists, psychotherapists, speech-language pathologists, school psychologists, social workers, and other behavioral health professionals.
BHC provides services through locations in:
Brookfield • Eau Claire • Eagle River • Fort Atkinson • Grafton • Green Bay • Madison • Marshfield • Merrill • Sheboygan • Stevens Point • Wausau-East • Wausau-West
Statewide telehealth opportunities are also available throughout Wisconsin.
Make an Impact Beyond the Exam Room
At BHC, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact not only through the care you provide to your patients, but also through the growth and development of psychiatric services across Wisconsin.
If you're an MD Psychiatrist looking for a position that combines clinical excellence, flexibility, professional growth, and meaningful physician leadership opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.
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What Wisconsin Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in psychiatrist jobs across Wisconsin.
- Active Wisconsin medical license issued by the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board
- Completion of an accredited psychiatry residency program and board certification or eligibility
- Valid DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances in Wisconsin
- Experience with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Ability to conduct psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and crisis intervention
- Experience in a subspecialty such as child and adolescent, addiction, or geriatric psychiatry
Psychiatrist Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a psychiatrist in Wisconsin?
To become a psychiatrist in Wisconsin, you must earn a medical degree, complete an accredited four-year psychiatry residency, and obtain a Wisconsin medical license through the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board, which requires passing the USMLE or COMLEX licensing examinations. Most Wisconsin employers also require board certification through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. A DEA registration is needed to prescribe controlled medications, which is standard for clinical practice in the state.
How much do psychiatrists make in Wisconsin?
Psychiatrists in Wisconsin earn a median of about $331,070 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $86,340 for the lowest 10% to over $393,500 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire psychiatrists in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin psychiatrist roles are posted by Medical College of Wisconsin, SSM Health, and Ascension and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Wisconsin's large integrated health systems, federally qualified health centers, and the UW School of Medicine and Public Health are among the most consistent sources of psychiatrist openings across the state.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most psychiatrist jobs?
Madison, Milwaukee, and West Allis have the most psychiatrist openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee leads because of its concentration of major health systems and academic medical centers, Madison draws openings through UW Health and state government behavioral health programs, and Green Bay reflects growing demand in northeastern Wisconsin where community mental health services have expanded significantly in recent years.
Are there remote psychiatrist jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes, and more than most medical specialties, since telepsychiatry has become a widely accepted care model across Wisconsin. About 38% of psychiatrist openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how much of psychiatric care, particularly medication management and follow-up therapy sessions, can be delivered effectively through video platforms. Outpatient and consultation roles are the most likely to offer fully remote or hybrid schedules.
How can I get hired as a psychiatrist in Wisconsin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path for a new psychiatrist in Wisconsin is securing a residency-to-employment pipeline through a major academic system such as UW Health or Froedtert Health, both of which regularly hire psychiatrists directly out of their affiliated residency programs. Federally qualified health centers across Wisconsin, including community mental health centers, often recruit early-career psychiatrists and provide loan repayment incentives through federal programs. Candidates who pursue child and adolescent or addiction psychiatry fellowships are particularly competitive given the shortage in those subspecialties statewide.
Where can I find and apply to psychiatrist jobs in Wisconsin?
You can find and apply to psychiatrist jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings to find roles that match your subspecialty, preferred setting, and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit your experience and career goals.
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