vIOP Psychiatrist

At Talkspace, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and belonging-centered workplace where everyone can thrive while making a difference in mental health. Want to help over two million people receive quality mental healthcare? Come join our mission of getting therapy in the hands of everyone!

We are looking for a vIOP Psychiatrist to join our Clinical & Quality Operations team. The vIOP Psychiatrist plays a key psychiatric and medical role within the organization's Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program (vIOP). This position is responsible for conducting psychiatric admissions assessments, providing ongoing psychiatric evaluation and clinical guidance, and supporting the treatment team in delivering safe, effective, and clinically appropriate care. The Psychiatrist will maintain a strong understanding of the vIOP clinical model, including its three program tracks, age groups, programming, clinical workflows, and patient populations. The Psychiatrist will actively participate in treatment team meetings and provide psychiatric consultation and recommendations regarding patient care. The role will also be responsible for reviewing and signing off on patient discharges, ensuring that patients are clinically appropriate for discharge and that appropriate follow-up and transition plans are in place. As a collaborative member of the vIOP team, the Psychiatrist will serve as a key psychiatric resource for the clinical team and support the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered behavioral healthcare. To work at Talkspace, you need to be as passionate as we are about our work, and excited to partner with us on delivering quality mental healthcare.

This is a remote position based on Eastern time. Talkspace Headquarters is located in NYC.

What You’ll Do

• Psychiatric Assessment & Admission
• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric admissions assessments for patients entering the vIOP.
• Evaluate psychiatric symptoms, diagnoses, risk factors, functional needs, and appropriateness for the vIOP level of care.
• Determine psychiatric treatment needs and provide clinical recommendations as part of the admission process.
• Identify patients who may require a higher or different level of care and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Complete required psychiatric documentation in accordance with organizational and clinical standards.
• Treatment Team & Clinical Collaboration
• Actively participate in recurrent treatment team meetings and collaborate with clinicians, facilitators, and Clinical leadership regarding patient care.
• Provide psychiatric consultation and clinical guidance to the treatment team regarding patient presentation, treatment planning, risk, and level of care.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to identify changes in patient presentation or treatment needs and determine appropriate clinical interventions.
• Serve as a psychiatric resource for facilitators and clinicians managing complex clinical presentations or safety concerns.
• Communicate significant clinical concerns and recommendations to appropriate members of the care team and Clinical leadership.
• Patient Care, Treatment, and  Discharge
• Provide ongoing psychiatric evaluation and clinical support for patients receiving care through the vIOP, as appropriate to the program model.
• Provide clinical recommendations related to diagnosis, treatment planning, risk, level of care, and coordination of care.
• Assess and respond to changes in patient presentation, including suicidal ideation, acute psychiatric symptoms, and other safety concerns.
• Collaborate with clinicians and facilitators to support safe and clinically appropriate patient care and determine when escalation to a higher level of care is indicated.
• Participate in treatment planning and provide psychiatric input regarding patients with complex clinical presentations or evolving treatment needs.
• Review and sign off on the discharge of each vIOP patient, confirming that the patient is clinically appropriate for discharge.
• Provide psychiatric input into discharge planning, including follow-up care, treatment recommendations, and coordination of services as appropriate.
• Support safe and clinically appropriate transitions to outpatient care or a higher level of care when indicated.
• Complete required psychiatric documentation related to patient care, treatment, and discharge in accordance with organizational and clinical standards.
• Team Meetings 
• Be an active participant and problem solver in recurrent meetings
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

About You

• Must hold an active, unrestricted medical license and board certification or board eligibility in Psychiatry.
  • Must be licensed in Florida and Texas
• Behavioral health and psychiatric clinical experience, with experience in IOP, PHP, inpatient, or other higher-acuity settings strongly preferred.
• Experience conducting psychiatric evaluations and assessments, particularly for patients with complex behavioral health needs.
• Strong clinical knowledge of psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, risk assessment, level of care determination, and patient safety.
• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary behavioral health treatment team.
• Experience with group-based behavioral health programs and virtual/telehealth care delivery preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and clinical decision-making skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, virtual clinical environment and respond appropriately to evolving patient needs.

Compensation

At Talkspace, we believe that pay transparency during the interview process is a critical part of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our hourly rate bands are based on internal and external compensation benchmarks, which we regularly evaluate to ensure we pay competitively.

The base salary for this role is between $250,000 and $290,000/yr. Within the salary bands, leveling corresponds to each candidate’s relevant experience, skills as assessed during the interview process, education, and applicable certifications.

Why Talkspace? 

Talkspace is the world’s leading online therapy company, serving over 2 million users looking to begin their wellness journey through tele-health. According to the World Health Organization, close to 1 billion people worldwide live with a mental disorder, and on average more than 75% with mental, neurological, and substance use disorders receive no treatment for their condition at all. Additionally, one-third of the world’s population – 2 billion people – live in countries that spend less than 1% of their health budgets on mental health. Therapy is an universal need and it's our mission here to change the world by cultivating an intentional space for people to feel supported through quality care that is simple and accessible.

Combining our passion for innovation along with our desire to help others overcome the stigma behind “getting help,” we are transforming the way patients find the right care provider, making an otherwise impossible feat easily conquerable. Our network of licensed, accredited, and board-certified clinicians are increasing access to mental health for our members through a myriad of high quality therapy services: anytime and for a fraction of the price. Dedicated to our mission, we are looking for candidates that want to bring their talents into a diverse  “for purpose” space. If you’re equally as passionate about making quality mental healthcare accessible to all then Talkspace is the right place for you!

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Talkspace welcomes and celebrates talent from all backgrounds, perspectives, and walks of life to foster an innovative and diverse workforce. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every qualification or if your path has been nontraditional — such as not completing a formal degree program, taking a career break, or having a prior criminal record — if you believe you could make a great addition to this team. Come as you are and learn about the exciting opportunities on our team.

Individuals seeking employment at Talkspace are considered without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, veteran or military status, unfavorable military discharge, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

How do we define Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging at Talkspace? 

Diversity

Diversity encompasses the unique attributes of our employees as individuals. We value and embrace the richness arising from their varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, which include, but are not limited to, age, ability, ethnicity, gender, race, and cultural background.

Equity

Equity refers to a fair and impartial workplace, aiming to ensure equal growth and advancement opportunities for all employees. This involves amplifying underrepresented voices, addressing unconscious biases, and providing inclusive, culturally competent mental health care.

Inclusion

Inclusion signifies the practice of granting equal access to opportunities and resources for all employees, particularly those who might otherwise be excluded or marginalized. It ensures that everyone feels a sense of belonging, value, support, and respect as an individual.

Belonging

Belonging reflects the affinity and positive relationships that develop among employees from diverse backgrounds when businesses actively promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.