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Psychiatrist Recruiters

Psychiatry is the specialty we built MedStaff Nationwide on. Our recruiters spend every day talking to board-certified and board-eligible psychiatrists about what would make them move, which means when your search opens we are not starting from a job board.

27 days
Average Time-to-Fill
96%
12-Month Retention Rate
100%
Replacement Guarantee

We stand behind every placement — any candidate who doesn't complete onboarding is replaced at no cost.

A psychiatrist recruitment firm that knows the market

Where we are placing psychiatrists right now

We recruit adult, child and adolescent, geriatric, addiction, and forensic psychiatrists for inpatient units, outpatient clinics, community mental health centers, academic programs, and telepsychiatry platforms nationwide.

MedStaff Nationwide is currently running 28 active psychiatrist searches across 12 states, including New Britain, Victoriville, Ogdensburg, and Stuart. Posted compensation on those searches ranges from $230k–$400k.

Where we place psychiatrists

  • Inpatient psychiatric units and hospitals
  • Community mental health centers and FQHCs
  • Outpatient behavioral health practices
  • Telepsychiatry and hybrid programs
  • Correctional and forensic facilities
  • Academic medical centers

What makes psychiatrist hiring hard

Demand outstrips supply in nearly every market

Most psychiatrists already have several open offers. A posting alone rarely produces a candidate who is both qualified and genuinely available.

Setting and schedule decide the outcome

Inpatient call, patient volume, and supervision expectations for APRNs are the details that lose candidates late. We surface them in the first conversation, not the last.

Credentialing runs long

State licensing, DEA registration, and payer enrollment can add months. We start the paperwork in parallel with the interview process so the start date holds.

How we vet every psychiatrist

  • Board certification or eligibility (ABPN) verified
  • Active state licenses and DEA confirmed, with pending applications tracked
  • Subspecialty fellowship training checked against the role
  • Malpractice history and references from supervising clinicians
  • Telehealth experience and EHR familiarity documented
  • Motivation, geography, and compensation expectations confirmed before presentation

Our Process

How a psychiatrist search runs

01

Deep Discovery

We start with a structured intake — understanding your clinical needs, culture, and mission.

02

Precision Sourcing

Drawing on our 190,000-candidate database and direct outreach, we identify the nation's top providers.

03

Vetting & Compliance

Every candidate is screened for credentials, references, licensure, and motivation before you ever see a résumé.

04

Presentation & Feedback

Expect curated shortlists, transparent timelines, and proactive updates — no surprises.

05

Partnership Beyond Placement

We track retention and performance post-hire and stay engaged for long-term success.

What Clients Say

Alyssa is amazing. Does not waste my staff's time. Very articulate and focused.

David T., via Google

Great company to work with. The staff at MedStaff is reliable, professional, and knowledgeable of client needs. The process was easy and the candidates were outstanding.

Camila P., via Google
5.0 rating · 26 Google reviews — read them all →

Why Employers Choose MedStaff

  • Exclusive access to top-tier clinicians across every specialty
  • Dedicated account manager and transparent communication
  • National reach with boutique-level attention
  • Proven results backed by data, not promises

FAQ

Psychiatrist recruiting, answered

How much does it cost to hire psychiatrists through MedStaff Nationwide?
We work on contingency: there is no retainer and no fee until your psychiatrist starts. The placement fee is a percentage of first-year base compensation, agreed in writing before the search begins, and every placement carries a replacement guarantee.
How long does a psychiatrist search take?
Our average time-to-fill across permanent clinical searches is 27 days from signed agreement to accepted offer. Psychiatrists searches in competitive markets can run longer; your recruiter sets a realistic timeline during intake and reports against it weekly.
Do you recruit child and adolescent psychiatrists?
Yes. Child and adolescent psychiatry is one of our most active search lines, alongside adult, geriatric, and addiction psychiatry. We also recruit psychiatric nurse practitioners for teams building a full behavioral health service.
Can you fill telepsychiatry roles?
Yes. We recruit for fully remote, hybrid, and on-site telepsychiatry programs and screen every candidate for licensure in the states your program serves.
What happens if the clinician leaves?
Every placement is covered by our replacement guarantee. If a placed clinician does not complete onboarding, we re-run the search at no additional cost. Our 12-month retention rate across placements is 96%.

Ready to hire psychiatrists?

Schedule a consultation with our team — every inquiry is answered within one business day.