Medical Director |Child/Adolescent IP/RTC Programs| Full-time W-2 | Atlanta, GA

Medical Director - BC Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist

At Laurel Heights Hospital, we are committed to providing the highest quality of psychiatric and behavioral care. Our comprehensive pediatric programs and services are designed to bring hope and healing to children and adolescents who face complex psychiatric, behavioral and neurodevelopmental disorders. We strive to cater our approach to treatment to the needs of each child who comes into our care.

Treatment programs at Laurel Heights Hospital are structured for youth ages 6–17 who are dealing with general psychiatric difficulties and trauma. We also offer specialty mental health programs for children with co-occurring neurodevelopmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Position Overview:

• Employment Type: Hospital Employed, onsite only
• Schedule / Hours: Monday-Friday day shift, shared weekend call 1:4
• Patient Volume: Varies by census, negotiable
• Location: Atlanta, GA
• Practice Setting: As Medical Director, you will be over Acute Inpatient and Residential Treatment teams with Inpatient Acute daily caseload. The daily caseload will vary by census.
• Support / Care Team: Multidisciplinary with BC Psychiatrists, BH Techs, BH RN, Psychiatric NPs, Social Workers and Therapists
• EMR / Technology: HCS
• Growth & Development: Leadership and advancement opportunities within an ever-growing organization.

Responsibilities:

• Your role will encompass admission evaluations and assessments, managing treatment teams, overseeing discharge processes, and performing related administrative tasks.
• Collaborate with physicians, NPs, and support staff.
• 20-25 hours per month of administrative duties.
• Physician and NP supervision.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary with Productivity Bonus potential.
• Comprehensive benefits package including malpractice insurance, paid time off, CME package.
• Relocation assistance and/or sign-on bonuses are available.
• Additional perks: Professional growth potential within the organization

Qualifications:

• Board Certified in Child/Adolescent Psychiatry required.
• Must have interest and experience with autism spectrum disorders.
• Prior leadership experience preferred.
• Active or eligible GA license
• Active DEA

About the Organization & Community:

Nestled in a prime location in Atlanta, GA, Laurel Heights Hospital is conveniently near the bustling city center, top-tier universities, desirable housing, and an international airport. This private facility specializes in acute inpatient and residential treatment for a broad spectrum of children and adolescents. As a member of the Universal Health Services (UHS) network, Laurel Heights is committed to providing targeted, empathetic care designed to meet the unique needs of its patients.

Psychiatrists who join UHS benefit from the strength of a Fortune 500 healthcare organization with a nationwide network of acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, and outpatient programs. This scale provides unmatched stability, consistent patient volume, and the reassurance of working with a trusted industry leader.