Psychiatrist – 1099 Contractor

Lyra Health

Contract psychiatrist providing whole-person mental health care through video appointments at Lyra Health. Collaborating within a supportive provider network prioritizing culturally responsive care.

Posted 7/29/2026contractRemote • Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in comprehensive mental health medication management, including conducting psychiatric evaluations and constructing patient-centered treatment plans. Holds necessary certifications and licenses to provide evidence-based treatment in accordance with clinical best practice guidelines.

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Board Certified MD Or DO In PsychiatryUnrestricted State License In TennesseeActive DEA LicenseMental Health Risk AssessmentsPatient-Centered Treatment Plans

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Hard Skills

Psychiatric Medication EvaluationsLongitudinal Medication TreatmentEvidence-Based Medication TreatmentClinical Best Practice GuidelinesMeasurement Based Care

Certifications & Qualifications

Board Certification In PsychiatryActive DEA License

Industry Keywords

Mental Health Medication ManagementPatient-Centered CareClinical ComplexitySeverity LevelsIn-Person Care Options

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Practice comprehensive mental health medication management via a 60-minute intake appointment and regular follow-up appointments
Conduct mental health risk assessments, psychiatric medication evaluations, and longitudinal medication treatment
Construct patient-centered treatment plans, document treatment recommendations, message patients, and prescribe and manage psychiatric medications
Experience and commitment to providing, evidence-based medication treatment that follows clinical best practice guidelines (e.g., measurement based care, patient-centered care

Requirements

What you’ll need

Board certified MD or DO in psychiatry
Unrestricted state license in Tennessee, other states a plus
Strong preference for clinicians with an active DEA license
Must have office space with ability to see clients
Ability to provide care to patients with a full range of diagnoses, clinical complexity, and severity levels, with a preference for providers who offer in-person options
Full-time resident of the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Set your own schedule without a minimum hours requirement
Focus less on the administrative burden of billing with Lyra’s paperless billing and quick payment turnaround
Access to a custom-built calendar for new patients to connect seamlessly
Access to experienced clinical consultations to get rapid support with your patients as well as access a range of specialty group consultation meetings
Have peace of mind with Lyra’s 24/7 Care Navigation team for client crisis support