Collaborating Psychiatrist
third-space-therapy · 24 days ago
Third Space Therapy combines the independence of private practice with the support of a group setting, focused on expanding Medicaid-covered behavioral healthcare.
We're looking for board-certified Psychiatrists to serve as Collaborating Physicians for our Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners. This is a flexible engagement centered on collaboration, chart review, and clinical consultation within a fully remote care model serving Medicaid populations.
Why physicians work with us
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Complete flexibility. You set your own hours and availability and shape the work around your own practice — alongside your existing clinical work.
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Your judgment, your practice. You conduct collaboration and chart review according to your own clinical judgment and the requirements of your license.
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Collaborative model. Work alongside PMHNPs and therapists in an integrated behavioral health practice.
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Paid per PMHNP. You're paid a monthly rate for each PMHNP you collaborate with, at a competitive rate.
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Meaningful work. Expand access to high-quality psychiatric care for Medicaid members.
What you'll do
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Provide the physician collaboration required under Massachusetts law for the PMHNPs you work with
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Conduct chart reviews as set out in the collaborative practice agreement, covering clinical quality, prescribing, and documentation
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Meet with PMHNPs to discuss complex cases, diagnostic questions, and treatment planning
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Provide real-time and asynchronous consultation on challenging or escalating patient presentations
What you'll need
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An active, unrestricted MD or DO license in good standing in Massachusetts
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Board certification in Psychiatry (ABPN or equivalent)
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Your own malpractice coverage ($1M per occurrence / $3M aggregate)
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Working knowledge of collaborative practice requirements for PMHNPs
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Experience treating diverse psychiatric conditions across the lifespan
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Comfort with telehealth, EHR-based chart review, and remote communication tools
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A quiet, HIPAA-compliant home office, plus your own computer and reliable internet
We're looking for physicians who bring
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Experience collaborating with or supervising PMHNPs
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Strong clinical judgment across a range of psychiatric presentations and populations
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The ability to thoughtfully balance regulatory requirements with meaningful clinical partnership
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A genuine commitment to expanding access to psychiatric care for Medicaid members