About This Role
This outpatient psychiatry position with a county mental health service on California's Central Coast focuses on evaluating and treating adult patients with low-acuity mental health needs. You'll conduct patient assessments, manage medication regimens, and make clinical referrals while working alongside support staff who handle labs and vital signs. The role offers no on-call responsibilities, providing predictable work hours and reliable home time. Compensation starts at $350,000 annually, with additional incentives available. This role suits psychiatrists seeking stable outpatient work without emergency department demands, particularly those comfortable serving underserved populations and fluent in Spanish.
$25–$45/hr
Clinic / Outpatient
Days / Nights
Therapy license
$350,000/year
Location & Routes
- Base city: Parkfield, CA
Hiring Process
- Apply — Submit your application online
- Review — A recruiter reviews your qualifications
- Background check — Standard employment and license verification
- Start your assignment — Begin your therapy role
Requirements
Active state license in good standing (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent)
Experience requirements vary by employer.
BLS typically required.
Ability to stand for long shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and assist with patient transfers.
Frequently asked questions
What license do I need to apply?
An active state license in your discipline (PT, OT, SLP, LCSW, LPC, BCBA, etc.) in good standing. Therapy licensure is state-specific — the PT, OT, and ASLP-IC compacts let you practice in member states without a separate license.
Is this a school-year or year-round position?
School-based therapy roles typically follow a 9- or 10-month school-year calendar with summers off. Outpatient, hospital, home-health, and telehealth positions are year-round with PTO. Both options are widely available — check the job description for specifics.
What experience is expected?
Most therapy roles welcome new grads through mid-career clinicians. Specialty positions (acute care, NICU, pediatric feeding, hand therapy) typically prefer 2+ years plus relevant certifications.
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Full Job Details
County Mental Health Service along the Central Coast is seeking a general psychiatrist to work at the outpatient clinic.
Location near Marina Del Rey.
All adult population.
The psychiatrist will service low acute cases with no call.
Evaluations and referrals for the patients, some medication management.
Ancillary staff on site to work labs and vitals as needed.
Great incentives minimum pay rate is $350,000/year.
Spanish speaking a plus.
For more information, please contact Matthew Ext.299 or email regarding job # CA103.