On-Demand ER Consult Psychiatrist (Remote)

Quick Facts

• Role: On-Demand ER Consult Psychiatrist (Remote)

• Work setting: Fully remote consultations (audio/video)

• Coverage: Emergency Department and inpatient floor consults nationwide (U.S.)

• Schedule: Full-time (≥32 hours/week) or part-time (≥20 hours/week)

• Employment: W-2 only

Description

Provide real-time psychiatric evaluations and recommendations to ED attending physicians and inpatient teams through remote audio/video consults. Complete all documentation directly in partner hospital EMR systems while supporting rapid psychiatric assessment in a fast-paced, technology-driven setting. The role is available from anywhere within the United States.

Responsibilities

• Conduct remote psychiatric evaluations for ED and inpatient teams

• Deliver diagnostic evaluation, risk assessment, and treatment planning/recommendations

• Perform suicide risk assessment, safety planning, and crisis intervention

• Collaborate with emergency medicine and inpatient hospital staff

• Complete clinical documentation in partner EMR systems

Requirements

• Board certification in General Psychiatry, or true board eligibility (board certification within 3 years of completing residency)

• Ability to evaluate patients of all ages

• Comfort working in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment

• Ability to navigate multiple EMRs; documentation completed in partner hospital systems

• Reliable, secure high-speed internet

• Ability to work on camera for the full duration of each shift in a professional, distraction-free environment

Benefits

• Video-consultation equipment provided

• Licensing and credentialing fees covered (typically 5–6 months)

• No supervision duties required