Psychiatrist - Collaborating Physician (TX Licensed) at Peregrine Health

<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Psychiatrist - Collaborating Physician<br><br>Location:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Texas</span><br><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Employment Type:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Part-Time</span><br><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Reports To:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Market President</span></p> <h3 class="text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold">About Peregrine Health</h3> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">Peregrine Health partners with Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs)&nbsp; to design and operate behavioral health service lines in underserved communities. We're building accessible, high-quality mental health care where it's needed most.</p> <h3 class="text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold">Position Overview</h3> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">We're seeking a Texas-licensed psychiatrist to serve as a Collaborating Physician for our Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) prescribing controlled substances in our Texas network. This is a hands-on compliance and patient care role with a flexible part-time schedule.</p> <h3 class="text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold">Core Responsibilities</h3> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>Credentialing &amp; Privileging</strong></p> <ul class="[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1.5 [li_&amp;]:gap-1.5 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-2 pl-8 mb-3"> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Complete formal credentialing process (education, licensure, DEA registration, work history verification)</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Obtain EMR privileges to authorize and oversee controlled substance prescribing</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Ensure DEA compliance and patient safety protocols</li> </ul> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>Direct Patient Engagement</strong></p> <ul class="[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1.5 [li_&amp;]:gap-1.5 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-2 pl-8 mb-3"> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Meet with patients during initial visits to establish physician-patient relationship</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Review and validate initial treatment plans before APP assumes primary management</li> </ul> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>Legal Delegation &amp; Compliance</strong></p> <ul class="[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1.5 [li_&amp;]:gap-1.5 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-2 pl-8 mb-3"> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Execute and maintain formal Prescriptive Authority Agreements (PAA) with each APP (APRN or PA)</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Register delegation of prescriptive authority with Texas Medical Board (TMB)</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Ensure DEA registration alignment for controlled substance prescribing</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Conduct and document periodic chart reviews</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Hold required meetings with APPs to ensure safe, legal, and compliant prescribing practices</li> </ul> <h3 class="text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold">Required Qualifications</h3> <ul class="[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1.5 [li_&amp;]:gap-1.5 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-2 pl-8 mb-3"> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">MD or DO degree</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Active, unrestricted Texas medical license</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Board certified or board eligible in Psychiatry</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Active DEA registration</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Not excluded from federal health care programs</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Strong understanding of Texas prescriptive authority delegation requirements</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Experience with controlled substance prescribing compliance</li> </ul> <h3 class="text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold">Preferred Qualifications</h3> <ul class="[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1.5 [li_&amp;]:gap-1.5 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-2 pl-8 mb-3"> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Experience supervising or collaborating with APPs (APRNs, PAs)</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Familiarity with behavioral health EMR systems</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Experience in FQHC, RHC, or community health settings</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Background in addiction psychiatry or integrated behavioral health</li> </ul> <h3 class="text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold">Compensation &amp; Benefits</h3> <ul class="[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1.5 [li_&amp;]:gap-1.5 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-2 pl-8 mb-3"> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2"><strong>Position type:</strong> 1099 independent contractor</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2"><strong>Rate:</strong> $250/hour</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Professional liability insurance provided ($1M/$3M coverage)</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Flexible scheduling</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Remote work options available for chart review and administrative duties</li> </ul> <h3 class="text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold">Location &amp; Schedule</h3> <ul class="[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1.5 [li_&amp;]:gap-1.5 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-2 pl-8 mb-3"> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2"><strong>Location:</strong> Texas&nbsp;</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2"><strong>Schedule:</strong> Flexible part-time, with some required in-person initial patient visits</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2"><strong>Remote work:</strong> Chart reviews, meetings, and administrative work can be done remotely</li> </ul> <h3 class="text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold">What We Offer</h3> <ul class="[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1.5 [li_&amp;]:gap-1.5 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-2 pl-8 mb-3"> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Meaningful work expanding mental health access in underserved communities</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Flexible, part-time structure compatible with other clinical work</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Administrative support for credentialing, documentation, and compliance</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Collaborative team environment</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Opportunity to mentor and support APPs in their clinical practice</li> </ul>