Telepsychiatry Physician

• Location: Virtual
• Facility: Ascension Medical Group; Supporting multiple hospitals and sites
• Schedule: Days
• Practice Detail: Virtual Care & dotted line to Behavioral Health Service Line

This job location is not currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/PO) Shortage Designation Type.

Ascension is seeking a compassionate and collaborative Telepsychiatry Psychiatrist to join our growing Behavioral Health team. This position offers the opportunity to provide evidence-based psychiatric care across multiple care settings while leveraging innovative telehealth technology to expand access to patients in need.

This role is structured as a 0.5 FTE clinical telepsychiatry position and may be paired with a 0.5 FTE Telepsychiatry Medical Director leadership role, creating a full-time opportunity for physicians interested in both clinical practice and system-wide leadership.

Position Highlights

• 100% telepsychiatry practice
• Flexible, remote work environment
• Opportunity to provide care across multiple Ascension markets and care settings
• Collaborative multidisciplinary care teams
• Access to a strong network of behavioral health and medical specialists
• Optional leadership pathway through Medical Director responsibilities
• Supportive, mission-driven health system committed to expanding behavioral healthcare access
• Provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, and treatment through telehealth platforms

• Develop individualized treatment plans utilizing evidence-based practices

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Advanced Life Support preferred.

Education:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.

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Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.