Psychiatrist
Embark Behavioral Health
Summary
Part time, contracted on-site psychiatrist serving young adults ages 18–28 in a structured, therapeutic setting at OPI Houston, a treatment-to-transition program. Schedule: 5–10 hours per week depending on census. Pay rate: $275.00 an hour (depending on experience).
Job description
Overview
Part time, contracted on-site psychiatrist serving young adults ages 18–28 in a structured, therapeutic setting at OPI Houston, a treatment-to-transition program. Schedule: 5–10 hours per week depending on census. Pay rate: $275.00 an hour (depending on experience).
Responsibilities
- Conduct psychiatric evaluations within 48 hours of admission.
- Provide weekly/monthly follow-up sessions and progress notes.
- Collaborate with families and clinical staff to ensure continuity of care.
- Support clients through brief individual sessions.
- Assist with History & Physical assessments (head-to-toe evaluations).
- Coordinate care with external providers (GPs, specialists).
- Provide psychiatric services.
- Prescribe medications (controlled medications as well).
- Respond to reports of pain or sickness as they arise and assess the client.
- Determine when a client is to be placed on sick bed due to illness or pain.
- Check the vital signs and weight of students as assigned.
- Monitor clients in regard to mood, behavior and affect, and chart the findings, particularly when a client is starting a new medication.
- Communicate any pertinent medical information to the Treatment Team and the Psychiatrist either verbally or in written form.
- Attend weekly treatment team meeting.
Qualifications
- Licensed Psychiatrist in the State of Texas (NPI & CAQH required).
- DEA TX license.
- Provide current, personal liability insurance.
- Strong communication and documentation skills.
- Experience in family systems and trauma-informed care.
- Ability to travel between campuses as needed.
- Passion for working with young adults in transitional settings.
- Experience prescribing meds and all around medical provider experience.
- Knowledge of standard medical terminology and technique.
- Knowledge of legal charting procedure and requirements.
- Skill in assessing the physical condition of the clients.
- Skill in communicating medical situations accurately to students, parents, and co-workers.
- Ability to use word processing software and to navigate networks.
- Experience or knowledge of health insurance submission processes.
- Ability to check vital signs.
Requirements
- Licensed Psychiatrist in the State of Texas
- NPI required
- CAQH required
- DEA TX license
- Current personal liability insurance
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Experience in family systems and trauma-informed care
- Ability to travel between campuses as needed
- Experience prescribing medications
- Knowledge of standard medical terminology and technique
- Knowledge of legal charting procedure and requirements
- Skill in assessing the physical condition of clients
- Ability to check vital signs
- Experience or knowledge of health insurance submission processes
- Ability to use word processing software and navigate networks
Benefits
- Collaborative team culture
- Competitive compensation
Company overview
Embark Behavioral Health is a leading national network of behavioral health treatment centers specializing in comprehensive mental health care for adolescents and young adults. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, the organization operates more than 30 outpatient centers and residential treatment programs across the United States. Embark offers a full continuum of evidence-based services including wilderness therapy, residential treatment centers, partial hospitalization programs, intensive outpatient programs, and virtual counseling. The company is distinguished by its bold mission to reverse the trends of adolescent and young adult anxiety, depression, and suicide by 2028. With over 25 years of specialized experience, Embark utilizes innovative therapeutic approaches like their CASA framework (Commitment, Acceptance, Security, and Attunement) to build healing bonds with patients and families. The organization serves thousands of clients annually through its nationwide network, providing personalized treatment plans for conditions including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, substance use, and trauma-related disorders. Embark accepts most major insurance plans and maintains accreditation from organizations including The Joint Commission, demonstrating its commitment to quality care standards.