Outpatient Psychiatrist - San Diego (Part time)

Join a team that’s transforming mental healthcare.

Founded by psychiatrists Headlight is more than a company : it’s a movement. A movement that exists on the front lines of the mental health crisis, transforming the way people access care and the way clinicians deliver it. In order to help people in their time of need and ensure that every person who comes to us has options, we are transparent about our capabilities, treatments, and coverage, we champion innovation, and we leverage our rich data to continuously implement better ways of delivering care. Our mission is simple but powerful : Improving lives, one session at a time.

This position reports directly to our Chief Medical Officer and plays an integral role at our Carlsbad office. It is part of our Part‑Time Flex program and is classified as a W‑2 employee role, meaning we cover all employment taxes, malpractice and liability insurance, and provide access to our 401(k) plan. As a Psychiatrist at Headlight, you will work in a hybrid model—spending 2 to 3 days per week in our Carlsbad office—supporting both direct patient care and our Spravato Program.

Our clinicians chose Headlight because…

• Clinician Led Expertise : Headlight was founded and led by clinicians. Our Clinical Leadership team is at the forefront of every decision we make.
• Admin Work on Autopilot : We handle insurance, billing, and marketing so you can focus on what you love – seeing clients.
• Innovative Technology : By using Blueprint AI to capture session notes, clinicians can focus less on documentation and more on meaningful client interaction and connection.
• Competitive Benefits : We provide industry‑leading benefits, sick leave, 401(k) contributions, and more.
• Clinical Support : Consult with our Clinical Consult Groups or schedule case consultations with our leading clinician.
• Clinical Autonomy : You have the autonomy to make decisions about patient care and treatment while having the backing and guidance of our experienced Executive Therapists and Psychiatrists for case consultations.
• Collaborative Teams : Be a part of a collaborative team environment and a supportive community. Our clinicians are separated into small teams of 10–12, with a licensed clinical lead for assistance. You’re never alone in your journey.

Our Pillars

Headlight by the numbers

Roles and Responsibilities

Coordinate with healthcare professionals when hospitalization is required.

Qualifications

Benefits

$250 – $270 an hour

If you need any accommodations for your interview please email HR@headlight.health prior to scheduling.

Not meeting all the requirements? Research indicates that women, communities of color, and historically underrepresented individuals are often hesitant to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. We are committed to cultivating a diverse, inclusive, and genuine workplace. If you're enthusiastic about this position but your previous experience doesn't precisely match every qualification listed, we enthusiastically encourage you to submit your application. You could be the ideal candidate for this role or others!

Headlight is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and seeks to create a working environment reflective of this commitment. We seek to provide a diverse clinician base to support the diversity of our clients. Headlight supports and respects diversity of people, culture, and ideas throughout our organization. Headlight thrives to be a welcoming, diverse and discrimination‑and harassment‑free workplace.

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