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Licensed Psychiatrist

Headway • Contractor • Bakersfield, CA, US • $148 - $232 / year • 5h ago

Licensed Psychiatrist

Wage: Between $148-$232 an hour

Licensed psychiatrist - Are you ready to launch or expand your private practice? Headway is here to help you start accepting insurance with ease, increase your earnings with higher rates, and start taking covered clients sooner. It’s all on one free-to-use platform, no commitment required.

About the role

This position is for licensed psychiatrists looking to build or grow their private practice. Headway provides the tools, resources, and support to help you navigate insurance, streamline operations, and focus on delivering quality care - on your own terms.

About you

You’re a fully licensed psychiatrist with your DEA or CDS number, ANCC board certification, a valid NPI number and malpractice insurance.
You’re looking to start or expand your private practice while maintaining control over your schedule, client load, and work environment.
We accept the following licenses on a state by state basis: MD / DO

Why partner with Headway?

As an independent provider with Headway, you’ll gain access to:

Hassle-free insurance credentialing: Get credentialed for free in multiple states within as little as 30 days.
Increased earnings: Secure competitive rates with top insurance plans through our nationwide network.
Predictable bi-weekly payments: Receive reliable payouts directly from Headway.
Built-in EHR tools: Access real-time scheduling, secure client messaging, documentation templates, assessments, and more.
Compliance & audit support: Stay up-to-date with insurance requirements and industry regulations.
Free continuing education: Earn CEUs and expand your expertise through Headway Academy.

How Headway supports your patients

Increased access: Headway makes it easier for your clients to get the care they need at a price they can afford through insurance.
Instant verification: Clients can easily check their insurance status and get the care they need without disruption.

Important Notes

This is a 1099 independent contractor role. You’ll have full autonomy over your practice, including setting your hours and managing your caseload.
At this time, Headway can’t support mental health professionals that aren’t fully licensed. If your application was rejected for incomplete licensure, you’re welcome to reapply once you have a valid license.

About Headway

We make it easy for mental health providers to take insurance by credentialing you with the nation’s largest networks, handling billing and admin paperwork, and helping you earn more stable income with higher rates. With Headway, you can finally focus on what matters most: providing life-changing care. We’ll take care of the rest.

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