Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Inpatient Psychiatrist Medical Director - Lubbock, TX

We are expanding our clinical team and seeking a compassionate, mission-driven Inpatient Psychiatrist to support adult and geriatric patients in our 32-bed inpatient facility in Lubbock, Texas. If you're passionate about high-quality behavioral health care and want to work with a supportive, well-resourced team - this is an exceptional opportunity.

Job Description

• Location: Lubbock, TX (Onsite)
• Setting: 100% Inpatient
• Employment: W2 or 1099
• Role: Staff Psychiatrist or Medical Director (leadership opportunity)

Compensation & Benefits

• $300,000-$350,000
• Sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance
• CME allowance
• 20 days PTO
• Malpractice provided

Schedule

• Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Call: 1 week on / 3 weeks off
• Call is phone-based

Clinical Practice

• 3-5 psychiatric evaluations daily
• Medication management & crisis stabilization
• Active collaboration with multidisciplinary team
• EMR: WellSky
• Dictation: Dragon / Dictation Cloud
• Strong support staff including 24/7 nursing and 3 NPs

Requirements

• Must work onsite in Lubbock
• Eligible for Texas medical license
• Experience with adult/geriatric inpatient psychiatry preferred
• Physician: MD or DO

We are a growing behavioral health system with 33 locations and a strong mission centered on dignity, honesty, and long-term recovery. Our clinicians receive exceptional support and resources to provide meaningful, patient-centered care.

Community Overview

Known regionally as the Hub City, Lubbock is an economic, educational, and health services powerhouse in the South Plains area. This city is home to three universities, including Texas Tech University - a member of the Big 12 Conference - and the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, a state leader in healthcare studies and research. Lubbock is also the birthplace of rock-and-roll legend Buddy Holly and holds an annual music festival in his honor.