Physician Psychiatry-Child/Adolescent - Competitive Salary

Job Description

We are seeking a full-time or part-time Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to join a residential treatment center in Portsmouth, Virginia. This role offers flexible employment models, competitive compensation, and strong multidisciplinary support—allowing you to focus on providing high-quality psychiatric care to children and adolescents in a structured, therapeutic environment.

Quick Facts

• Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time (W-2 or Independent Contractor)
• Schedule / Hours: On-site weekday schedule
• Call: Manageable call rotation
• Patient Volume: Children & Adolescents (ages 5–17)
• Location: Portsmouth, VA
• Practice Setting: Residential Treatment Center
• Support / Care Team: Multidisciplinary team including therapists, nursing staff, and clinical leadership

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric care to children and adolescents in a residential setting
• Collaborate with physicians, APPs, therapists, nursing, and support staff
• Conduct psychiatric admission evaluations and treatment planning
• Manage medication oversight and day-to-day clinical responsibilities
• Document patient care

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience) + incentives/bonus opportunities
• Sign-on / Relocation: Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available (if applicable)
• Health, Dental, Vision & Retirement: Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with employer match
• PTO, CME & Schedule Flexibility: Paid time off and CME allowance
• Wellness & Work-Life Balance Support: Malpractice coverage, supportive leadership, and flexible employment models

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
• Active or eligible Virginia medical license
• MD or DO from an accredited medical school

Growth & Development

• Leadership and advancement opportunities within a national behavioral health system
• Mentorship and collaborative psychiatric leadership support

About the Organization & Community

• Harbor Point Behavioral Health Center is a specialized residential treatment center serving youth with complex behavioral and mental health needs in a structured, evidence-based therapeutic environment. The facility operates under a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, one of the nation’s largest healthcare management organizations, offering stability and long-term career growth.
• Located in Portsmouth along the scenic Elizabeth River, the community offers historic charm, waterfront living, and convenient access to Norfolk and Virginia Beach, with abundant dining, outdoor recreation, and cultural amenities.

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