Location & Practice Overview

Practice Type Independent outpatient telepsychiatry practice supported by Headway platform tools
Care Setting Fully virtual private practice delivered via telehealth
Base Location San Francisco, CA (providers may work from anywhere within California)
Department Psychiatry
Practice Model Provider-owned caseload with administrative and insurance network support from Headway

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive diagnostic evaluations and formulate individualized treatment plans for adult patients via telehealth.
  • Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications while monitoring clinical response and adjusting regimens as needed.
  • Maintain accurate, timely documentation within the Headway EHR system.
  • Coordinate care with therapists and other providers when clinically indicated.
  • Build and manage an independent outpatient caseload with support for insurance credentialing.

Qualifications & Requirements

Candidates must hold full medical licensure and meet standard psychiatry credentialing requirements for independent telehealth practice in California.

Education
MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
Training
Completion of Psychiatry residency
Board Status
ANCC Board Certification or eligibility in Psychiatry
State License
Active California medical license or eligibility to obtain one
DEA / CDS
Valid DEA or CDS registration required
Additional Credentials
Valid NPI number and active malpractice insurance (maintained by the provider)

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is structured as an hourly rate for 1099 independent contractors, with potential for higher effective rates through participating insurance networks.

  • Hourly pay up to $224, paid via predictable bi-weekly direct deposit
  • Free credentialing support with major insurance plans
  • Access to built-in EHR, scheduling, and documentation tools
  • Free continuing education through Headway Academy plus compliance and audit support

Schedule & Work Environment

Hours Fully flexible and self-determined; part-time or full-time caseloads available
Call No call requirement
Work Setting 100% remote telehealth from any location in California
Visit Structure Standard outpatient session lengths; provider manages own patient volume

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

This role focuses on outpatient psychiatric care delivered exclusively through telehealth for adults seeking mental health treatment.

Age Group Adults
Care Type Outpatient mental health evaluation, medication management, and ongoing treatment
Delivery Method Virtual private practice encounters via telehealth platform
Clinical Focus Diagnostic assessment and psychotropic medication management within an independent practice model

About Headway

Headway operates a platform that enables licensed mental health providers to establish or expand independent private practices. It supplies insurance credentialing services, electronic health record tools, scheduling infrastructure, and access to a nationwide payer network so clinicians can concentrate on direct patient care.

Organization Type Mental health practice support platform
Primary Service Credentialing, billing, and practice management tools for independent providers
Provider Model Supports 1099 independent contractors building their own outpatient practices
Geographic Reach Nationwide insurance network with California telehealth focus for this role

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does insurance credentialing typically take with Headway?
Headway manages the credentialing process and reports that it can often be completed in as little as 30 days, though timelines may vary by payer.
Does the provider keep their own malpractice insurance?
Yes. Active malpractice insurance is required and is maintained by the individual provider, not by Headway.
Can I see patients while residing outside California?
The posting requires an active California medical license (or eligibility) and states that work can be performed from anywhere in California. Out-of-state residence is not addressed and should be confirmed directly with Headway.
Is prior private practice experience mandatory?
Completion of Psychiatry residency and full licensure are required. Prior private practice experience is preferred but not listed as mandatory.
What EHR and administrative tools are supplied?
Headway provides built-in EHR, scheduling, and documentation tools along with compliance support so providers can operate without sourcing separate practice management software.

Licensed Psychiatrist (Virtual) in San Francisco, CA

This telepsychiatry position enables board-eligible or certified psychiatrists to operate an independent adult outpatient practice entirely through virtual visits while leveraging Headway’s credentialing and administrative infrastructure. California-licensed physicians set their own schedules and caseloads under a 1099 arrangement, focusing clinical time on diagnostic evaluations and medication management. The model removes many traditional practice-startup barriers by handling insurance network access and supplying integrated EHR tools. Providers retain clinical autonomy and maintain their own malpractice coverage. Demand for remote psychiatric services remains high across the Bay Area and statewide, making the arrangement suitable for clinicians seeking flexible volume control without facility-based constraints or call obligations.

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