Psychiatrist – Detroit, MI | Flexible Schedule + Strong Clinical Support

At CNS Healthcare, our Psychiatrists are supported by a deeply collaborative care model designed to reduce administrative burden and help you focus on patient care.

As a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), we serve underserved communities across Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties — including individuals with severe mental illness (SMI), substance use disorders, and complex social needs. You’ll work alongside an integrated team of therapists, case managers, nurses, clinic coordinators, peer support specialists, and medical assistants who genuinely collaborate in care delivery.

Why Psychiatrists Choose CNS Healthcare

Built-In Clinical & Administrative Support

• Dedicated clinic triage team manages:
• Prior authorizations
• Refill requests
• Care coordination
• Hospital/pharmacy communication
• Patient calls
• Every patient is paired with a case manager
• Embedded integrated care partnerships and behavioral health pharmacy support
• Strong interdisciplinary collaboration so providers are never practicing in isolation

Sustainable Patient Volume & Schedule

• Average of 10 unique patients per day
• Appointment autonomy with flexibility to extend visits as clinically needed
• Typical schedule includes:
• 60-minute psychiatric evaluations
• 15-minute follow-up E&M visits
• 30-minute post-hospital appointments
• Primarily outpatient clinic-based role with some remote flexibility potential

Mission-Driven Psychiatry

• Serve patients with serious mental illness and co-occurring conditions
• Trauma-informed, evidence-based care model
• Opportunities to work within ACT, residential, MAT, and wrap-around programs
• Help shape psychiatric programming and quality initiatives

Academic & Professional Growth

• Teaching opportunities with residency programs and medical schools
• Protected support for:
• Conferences
• Speaking engagements
• Professional projects
• Continuing education
• Monthly supervision and mentorship with Medical Director
• Leadership that welcomes provider feedback and innovation

Compensation & Benefits Highlights

Robust Total Rewards Package

• Comprehensive medical coverage
• Employer-paid dental, vision, life & short-term disability
• Retirement plan with company contribution + match
• 23 PTO days starting accrual
• 16 paid holidays (including floating holidays)
• Paid parental leave

 We’ve shared some highlights below, but you can visit the benefits guide posted on our careers page to learn more!

Student Loan Forgiveness Eligible

Qualifying opportunities may include:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• HRSA programs
• Additional state/federal repayment pathways

Technology & Workflow

• EHR: THOR (PCE Systems)
• Collaborative care documentation model
• Strong operational support designed to minimize physician administrative burden

Qualifications

Required

• MD or DO
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
• Active Michigan medical license
• Michigan controlled substance license
• Experience in psychiatric medication management

Preferred

• Community mental health or CCBHC experience
• Experience with SMI and substance use populations
• Familiarity with MAPS / PDMP systems

CNS Healthcare (CNS) is a non-profit, Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) with seven clinics and two clubhouses in Southeastern Michigan. CNS employs approximately 400 employees, paraprofessionals, and support staff, delivering services to more than 7,000 people annually. 

• CNS provides comprehensive integrated health services in partnership with several community organizations, and uses a patient-centered approach to identify, support, and promote the overall health of children, adolescents, adults, and older adults.
• Visit our website to learn more about our mission, vision, and values!

At CNS Healthcare, Psychiatrists are treated as essential voices within the organization — not just productivity metrics. Providers participate in team-building activities, interdisciplinary collaboration, and organizational initiatives that promote a supportive and engaging workplace culture.

If you’re looking for meaningful psychiatric work with exceptional support systems, academic opportunities, manageable volumes, and mission-driven care, CNS Healthcare offers an environment where you can truly thrive.