Psychiatrist

We are seeking a Staff Psychiatrist to join a secure inpatient mental health facility in northwest of downtown Chicago. This is a 1099 opportunity offering excellent work–life balance with no weekends, holidays, or after-hours call
. Both full-time and part-time schedules are available.

• Malpractice Insurance: Provided upon hire
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM (flexible hours)
• No weekends, holidays, or after-hours on-call

• Part-Time: Minimum 24 hours over at least 3 days per week
• Full-Time: 40 hours over 4–5 days per week
• Days are flexible as long as required hours are met
• Average Caseload: ~25 patients per week

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations within required timelines (admissions, 90-day, fitness, and NGRI reports)
• Document medication changes and complete monthly progress notes
• Review seclusion and restraint cases at least twice monthly
• Perform unit psychiatric evaluations within one week of patient transfer
• Meet with patients monthly to review medications and treatment plans
• Lead and collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team
• Participate in peer review, team meetings, and continuing education
• Maintain compliance with facility, departmental, and state regulations

• Active DEA registration
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with psychiatric patients