Psychiatrist Per Diem

Fayetteville, North CarolinaPosted 24d agoattending physician
~$350,000SalaryDr Signal· Good coverage

Reported by 25 physicians · region cohort · total comp, not the employer's posted pay

PsychiatryPer diemPer diem

Overview

Location
Fayetteville, North Carolina
Schedule
Per diem
SalaryDr Signal range
$315k – $365k

25 physician reports · not the employer's posted pay

Practice
Outpatient behavioral health center (Optum/Carolina Behavioral Care) · Behavioral health/Mental health clinic

Role summary

Carolina Behavioral Care seeks a per diem psychiatrist for an outpatient behavioral health role in Fayetteville, NC, treating diverse mental health conditions including substance addiction and co-occurring disorders; compensation ranges $108.17–$189.18 per hour with benefits including 401k, equity stock purchase, and incentive programs.

What the posting highlights

  • Outpatient behavioral health clinic
  • Care setting: Outpatient behavioral health
  • Patient population: Diverse population with mental health conditions including substance addiction, co-occurring disorders, and various age groups including older adults

SalaryDr summary based on the original posting

Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp

Physician-reported total comp$315k–$365k · $350k median
$309kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$371k

Physician-reported range shown; the employer did not post pay for this role.

Compensation

What physicians report
$315k – $365k
Pay context
SalaryDr Signal · physician-reported
Report sample
25 recent physician reports · region cohort
Compensation basis
Estimated total compensation
Bonus / incentives
Incentive and recognition programs tied to productivity and performance

Benefits named in the posting

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • 401k contribution
  • Incentive and recognition programs
  • Equity stock purchase
Physician-reported total comp$315k–$365k · $350k median
$309kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$371k

This is a SalaryDr Signal computed from 25 recent, approved physician reports (region cohort). It is not an employer offer or posted pay; this employer did not disclose pay.

Next steps

Employer

Optum

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EHR
Athena RMS
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Facility & Community

Facility details
Practice setting
Outpatient behavioral health center (Optum/Carolina Behavioral Care)
Facility type
Behavioral health/Mental health clinic
Patient population
Diverse population with mental health conditions including substance addiction, co-occurring disorders, and various age groups including older adults
EHR
Athena RMS
Community snapshot
Peer median
Building sample
Active supply
North Carolina
Per diem
Transparent pay
Not measured
SalaryDr source status
Work-life
Outpatient behavioral health center (Optum/Carolina Behavioral Care)

SalaryDr will show local peer compensation and hiring supply here once this role has enough physician-reported data.

Questions to ask the employer

  • How is the productivity component calculated (wRVU rate, threshold, reconciliation cadence), and what did physicians here actually earn from it last year?
  • What is the call schedule, and is call compensated separately or built into the base?
  • How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?

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Work Design

Schedule
Per diem
Patient volume
Wide variety of mental health conditions reflecting diverse patient population
Inpatient / outpatient
Outpatient behavioral health
Coverage model
Outpatient behavioral health clinic
Admin burden
Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records and clinical documentation; participate in patient growth strategy by providing profile for online directories and marketing efforts

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No

Source & Verification

Source
Aggregated (ym_careers)
Salary label
SalaryDr Signal
First seen
1 wk ago
Last verified
today
Extraction confidence
72%

Full description

Carolina Behavioral Care, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Psychiatrist - Per Diem to join our team in Fayetteville, NC. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone. As a Psychiatrist, you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population. We offer a variety of solutions that meet the unique needs of our workforce and the patients they serve. From clinical operations such as credentialing to business operations such as contracting, we provide organizational support that allows our providers to focus on what matters - providing care. Primary Responsibilities Utilize evidence-based screening tools, medical tests, and diagnostic criteria to diagnose mental health conditions and formulate comprehensive treatment plans Deliver individual and group psychotherapy sessions, employing various therapeutic modalities tailored to each patient's needs Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications per established protocols and clinical guidelines; monitor medication efficacy and side effects, adjusting treatment plans to optimize patient outcomes Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements Participate in our patient growth strategy by providing a profile for online directories and other marketing efforts You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. Required Qualifications Clear, active and unrestricted Physician license (MD/DO) in the state of practice Board certified in psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) or eligible for board certification Active DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) registration Preferred Qualifications 2+ years of clinical experience in an outpatient behavioral health setting Experience providing patient education, specifically regarding medication treatment adherence and aftercare services Experience counseling patients using advanced psychotherapeutic techniques, including in group settings Experience treating substance addiction and co-occurring disorders Experience working with patients in different age groups, including older adults Experience working with couples or family counseling Experience working with computers for professional communication and medical documentation - Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS (or other EHRs) Explore opportunities at Optum Behavioral Care. We're revolutionizing behavioral health care delivery for individuals, clinicians and the entire health care system. Together, we are bringing high-end medical service, compassionate care and industry leading solutions to our most vulnerable patient populations. Our holistic approach addresses the physical, mental and social needs of our patients wherever they may be - helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. We're connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across care settings. Join our team, it's your chance to improve the lives of millions while Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $108.17 - $189.18. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.