Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist

Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist OpportunityHealthYes Staffing Network is recruiting a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist for a permanent opportunity with an established pediatric behavioral health program in Northern New York.This opportunity offers primarily daytime hours, an experienced interdisciplinary team, productivity-based earning potential, substantial recruitment incentives, student-loan assistance, and J-1 and H-1B visa sponsorship.Physicians completing training in 2026 or 2027 are encouraged to apply.Position HighlightsCompetitive base salary of $385k plus bonusAdditional wRVU productivity incentivesSign-on bonusRelocation assistanceStudent-loan repayment supportPrimarily daytime scheduleEstablished pediatric behavioral health teamComprehensive employee benefitsEmployer-provided malpractice insuranceJ-1 and H-1B visa sponsorship available2026 and 2027 candidates welcomedPermanent employed positionClinical EnvironmentThe psychiatrist will provide specialized care to children and adolescents within a dedicated youth behavioral health setting. The position involves collaboration with psychiatrists, pediatric clinicians, social workers, nursing professionals, families, schools, and community-based resources.The physician will help evaluate, stabilize, and manage young patients experiencing acute and chronic psychiatric, behavioral, developmental, and emotional conditions.ResponsibilitiesConduct comprehensive psychiatric, behavioral, and developmental evaluationsDiagnose and manage acute and chronic mental health conditionsProvide age-appropriate psychopharmacologic treatment and medication managementDevelop individualized treatment, stabilization, and follow-up plansProvide crisis assessment and interventionEducate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and recovery planningCollaborate with pediatric clinicians, social workers, nurses, therapists, schools, and community resourcesCoordinate follow-up care supporting stabilization and long-term recoveryMaintain complete and timely clinical documentationParticipate in applicable quality, safety, and performance-improvement initiativesParticipate in shared call coverageSchedule and CallPrimarily daytime scheduleShared call rotationDay and night call coverage during at least one weekend per monthComplete weekday hours, weekday call frequency, post-call expectations, and weekend coverage details will be reviewed during the interview process.QualificationsMD or DO degree from an accredited medical schoolCompletion of an accredited Psychiatry residencyCompletion of an accredited Child and Adolescent Psychiatry fellowshipBoard Certified or Board Eligible in Child and Adolescent PsychiatryActive New York medical license or eligibility to obtain oneEligibility for applicable medical-staff appointment and clinical privilegesStrong psychiatric evaluation, medication-management, and crisis-intervention skillsAbility to work effectively within a multidisciplinary pediatric behavioral health environmentStrong communication skills and a family-centered approach to careVisa SponsorshipThe organization is actively considering qualified physicians requiring:J-1 visa sponsorshipH-1B visa sponsorshipPhysicians completing residency or fellowship training in 2026 or 2027 are encouraged to apply. Visa eligibility and sponsorship requirements will be reviewed individually.Compensation and BenefitsThe compensation package includes:Competitive base salarywRVU productivity incentivesTotal compensation potential exceeding $385,000 annuallySign-on bonusRelocation assistanceStudent-loan repayment supportComprehensive medical benefitsRetirement benefitsPaid time offCME supportEmployer-provided malpractice insuranceFinal compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, productivity, and the terms of the employment agreement.Life in Northern New YorkLocated near the St. Lawrence River, the community offers access to the Thousand Islands, Adirondack recreation, waterfront communities, and the Canadian border. Watertown, Ottawa, and numerous year-round outdoor destinations are within the broader region.The area may appeal to physicians seeking meaningful clinical work, a manageable pace of life, four-season recreation, and the opportunity to improve access to specialized pediatric mental healthcare.Confidential ApplicationApply confidentially through HealthYes Staffing Network. A recruiter will review your background, discuss the compensation and call structure, and provide the complete opportunity profile after qualification.HealthYes Staffing Network — Connecting People, Building Futures.