Psychiatry - Physician
27 days ago
Philadelphia
Job DescriptionPsychiatry - Physician Overview The Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist role involves delivering outpatient psychiatric services, supporting inpatient coverage, and working alongside multidisciplinary teams within a pediatric academic medical center. This position encompasses clinical responsibilities, educational initiatives, program development, and the expansion of community-based behavioral health services. Applicants should be board-certified or board-eligible psychiatrists dedicated to providing culturally sensitive and patient-focused care for children and adolescents. Job Overview Child/Adolescent Outpatient Psychiatrist Our organization is in search of a dedicated, board-certified or board-eligible Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist to enhance our expanding behavioral health division. The psychiatrist will engage in direct patient care, uphold the highest standards of clinical service, collaborate with various clinical teams within our children's hospital, and participate in educational activities at our large urban pediatric facility. Ideal candidates will have experience in community-based or outpatient environments and a collaborative mindset when working with medical students, residents, psychologists, social workers, therapists, staff, community organizations, families, and educational institutions. We are looking for a clinician who is culturally aware, emotionally perceptive, and committed to delivering equitable, patient-centered care. As our program grows, we value candidates who are flexible and enthusiastic about developing workflows and processes that meet the needs of our department and the families we serve, including collaborating on inpatient service coverage with fellow child and adolescent psychiatrists. Key Responsibilities: • Deliver direct outpatient clinical services to children, adolescents, and their families., • Assist with inpatient coverage in collaboration with the Medical Director of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry., • This position is part of the Department of Pediatrics, with a faculty appointment through Drexel University College of Medicine., • Join a cooperative team of physicians, therapists, community partners, psychologists, behavior analysts, medical assistants, and administrative staff., • Work alongside pediatric primary care and specialty teams to provide consultations and support integrated care delivery, with potential future opportunities to embed within a primary/specialty care team., • Play a pivotal role in establishing an onsite outpatient psychiatric clinic, with opportunities for growth and leadership in program development and community-based behavioral health services., • Benefit from strong, supportive leadership and collaboration., • Occasional opportunities for inpatient coverage during vacation relief., • Support child and adolescent psychiatry fellows, psychiatric residents, pediatric residents, medical residents (neurology), psychology residents, and other trainees through supervision and educational activities., • Engage in education, research, quality improvement, and professional development opportunities within the Department of Pediatrics and Drexel University College of Medicine., • Competitive salary package., • Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance., • Retirement savings plan with employer contributions and matching., • Malpractice insurance and tail coverage., • Generous paid time-off policy., • Commuter benefits for tax-free transit or parking., • Funding and time for continuing medical education (CME)., • Relocation assistance available. Since 1875, our organization has been a leader in pediatric care, providing exceptional services to children from the Greater Philadelphia area and beyond. Our mission is to deliver quality pediatric services in a nurturing and progressive environment, emphasizing teamwork, technology, and service in a family-friendly setting. For over a century, we have been dedicated to serving children, families, and communities in Greater Philadelphia. Our passion lies in caring for children, and we continuously develop and refine nationally recognized programs through collaborative, innovative, and family-centered care. As an academic medical center, we offer the latest in diagnostics, treatments, and innovations tailored to meet the unique needs of each child. Our research, academic initiatives, and clinical care ensure that children and families receive cutting-edge care found only in an academic setting. The Community: Philadelphia, situated between New York and Washington D.C., is known as the birthplace of the United States. Independence Hall, where the Constitution was debated, and the Liberty Bell Center, housing the iconic bell symbolizing freedom, are key historical sites. The National Constitution Center narrates the story of the 1920s prohibition era, while the Philadelphia Museum of Art stands as one of the largest museums in the country. Fairmount Park offers outdoor art along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, and attractions for children include the Philadelphia Zoo, the oldest zoo in America, the Academy of Natural Sciences, and the interactive exhibits at the Please Touch Museum. Qualifications: Educational Requirements: • MD, DO, or equivalent foreign degree., • Board-eligible or board-certified in General Psychiatry and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry., • Valid Pennsylvania medical license (or eligibility to obtain one). Our organization, a regional healthcare system, serves multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes various hospitals and is committed to academic medicine and training, offering residency and fellowship programs in partnership with Drexel University. We provide a wide array of healthcare services, including rehabilitation, home healthcare, emergency response, and urgent care facilities throughout our service area. Keywords: child psychiatrist, adolescent psychiatrist, pediatric psychiatry, behavioral health, outpatient psychiatry, academic medical center, board-certified psychiatrist, community-based mental health, psychiatric care, medical education