Licensed Psychiatrist

Headway is a leading platform designed to simplify the process of insurance credentialing and practice management for licensed mental health providers, including psychiatrists. Established with a mission to enhance access to quality mental health care, Headway leverages technology and expert support to remove administrative burdens, enabling providers to focus on delivering exceptional patient care. As a tech-enabled network, Headway prides itself on partnering with the largest insurance networks nationwide, allowing independent practitioners to accept insurance effortlessly and increase their earnings. This approach not only benefits the providers but also significantly improves access to affordable mental health services for patients across the country.

This employment opportunity is ideal for licensed psychiatrists seeking to either launch or expand their private practice. Headway offers a unique 1099 independent contractor role that empowers psychiatrists with full autonomy over their practice, including control over scheduling, client load, and work environment. The position comes with the potential to earn up to $269 per hour, a competitive rate in the psychiatric field, ensuring providers can maximize their income while maintaining flexibility. The platform provides a comprehensive suite of tools and support, including hassle-free insurance credentialing across multiple states, built-in electronic health record (EHR) functionalities, and continued education opportunities through Headway Academy.

As a licensed psychiatrist with Headway, you will be supported through the complexities of insurance billing and administrative tasks that traditionally slow down private practice growth or pose barriers to insurance acceptance. Headway streamlines these processes, offering predictable bi-weekly payments and direct communication features to facilitate better patient-provider coordination. With Headway, psychiatrists gain immediate access to real-time scheduling, secure client messaging, customizable documentation templates, and patient assessments, all essential for efficient practice management.

Moreover, Headway remains committed to compliance and regulatory standards, providing audit support and updates on insurance requirements, relieving providers from the often complex mental health billing landscape. The platform's focus on quality and convenience extends to patients as well. Patients enjoy increased access to care at affordable rates through their insurance, with instant verification tools that allow them to confirm coverage without delays or disruptions.

This role requires active licensure, a DEA or CDS number, ANCC board certification, a valid NPI number, and malpractice insurance. Headway accepts MD and DO licenses on a state-by-state basis, ensuring that only fully credentialed professionals engage within the network. Psychiatrists who partner with Headway can expect not only a growth in their practice's reach and revenue but also the freedom to prioritize what matters most—the delivery of life-changing mental health care. With the supportive infrastructure Headway provides, mental health professionals can confidently grow their private practice while simplifying operational demands and accelerating insurance integration.