Inpatient Adult Psychiatrist Job – Austin, Texas (1099 Independent Contractor)

Overview

Seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Adult/General Psychiatrist for a full-time inpatient psychiatry position in Austin, TX. This is a 1099 independent contractor, fee-for-service opportunity with a structured weekday schedule.

Position Details:

• Location: Austin, Texas

• Practice Setting: Adult Inpatient Psychiatry

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, Day Shift

• Weekend Coverage: Optional

• Evening Call: Weekday phone call for own patients only

• Average Caseload: 15–20 patients per day

  • 3–5 new admissions daily

• Responsibilities include:

  • Initial psychiatric evaluations

  • Medication management and follow-ups

  • Discharges

  • Treatment team collaboration

Additional Opportunities:

• Optional Nurse Practitioner supervision with additional stipend

Requirements:

• Must be licensed to practice psychiatry in Texas

• Must be opted into Medicare

• Must be eligible to treat Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare, and commercial insurance patients

• No H1B or J-1 visa sponsorship available

This is an excellent opportunity for a psychiatrist seeking a stable inpatient role in Austin with flexible compensation structure and optional additional income through supervision.