[Hiring] Lead Psychiatrist @Lyra Health

Role Description

Lyra Health is looking for an accomplished clinical leader with proven expertise and commitment to evidence-based, culturally responsive care, clinical quality assurance, and the development of high-performing teams. This individual will serve as a key clinical leader for Lyra’s Outpatient Pediatric Service, providing direct oversight of a section of prescribing providers. A critical function is contributing to the clinical vision and quality strategy to uphold the highest standards for care.

The ideal candidate demonstrates a profound commitment to clinical quality assurance and culturally responsive care, and possesses substantial experience in the administrative and clinical management of licensed independent providers. This position reports directly to the Medical Director of Pediatric Outpatient Services.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Leadership & Quality Assurance:
  • Ensure all care delivered across the team is evidence-based, culturally responsive, and outcomes-driven.
  • Monitor and analyze clinical quality and performance metrics.
  • Participate in the development and enhancement of clinical training materials.
  • Provide consultation to supervisors and managers on clinical and administrative matters.
• Administration & Supervision:
  • Participate in the recruitment and onboarding process for psychiatric providers.
  • Provide administrative supervision and mentorship to licensed independent providers.
  • Offer performance feedback and address disciplinary concerns for psychiatric providers.
• Direct Patient Care:
  • Maintain a small personal caseload of clients.
  • Provide direct patient care across both health plan and health system settings.
  • Engage in collaborative care, offering expert consultation to primary care physicians regarding evidence-based mental health medication management.
• Strategic Contribution:
  • Contribute to company-wide initiatives focused on innovation and growth.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree.
• ABPN Board Certification in Child Psychiatry.
• Current unrestricted license to practice medicine within the United States (priority given for IMLC licensure, IMLC issuing states, and states prioritized based on operational needs).
• Minimum of two years of experience in management and administrative supervision of licensed independent providers.
• Demonstrated commitment to collaborative mental health care and direct patient care.
• Grounded in cultural humility with a deep commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) and culturally responsive care.
• Proven experience overseeing clinical quality.
• Experience leading and managing clinical teams.
• Experience with Virtual Care and telepsychiatry platforms, demonstrating comfort and proficiency in remote care settings.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation for your session work and administrative work.
• Access to Lyra for Lyrians; coaching and therapy services for you and your dependents.
• 401K with up to 3% matching.
• Employee discount marketplace including access to pet insurance.
• Free live and recorded webinars with CE approval from APA, ASWB, and NBCC.
• Malpractice liability insurance policy.
• Licensure renewal reimbursement—up to 5 state licenses.
• Opportunity for cross-licensure sponsorship and support, if eligible.
• A caseload of motivated clients from diverse industries and backgrounds matched with your expertise using specific search features in the care platform.
• A new Chromebook, dedicated business support from Operations, HR, and IT professionals, and a monthly technology stipend.
• Well-being perks and activities, surprise swag, regular community celebration…and more!