Psychiatry - Child/Adolescent Physician

Job Title: Staff Psychiatrist Child & Adolescent Outpatient
Location: Napa, California

Position Overview A county-based behavioral health program is seeking a Staff Psychiatrist to provide outpatient psychiatric care to children and adolescents in a structured, team-based setting. This role offers a balanced schedule, strong clinical support, and the opportunity to work within a comprehensive community mental health system .

About the Organization This county behavioral health system provides a full continuum of care, including child and adult mental health services, substance use treatment, and community-based programs . The organization is committed to collaboration, partnership, and patient-centered care , supporting children, families, and the broader community.

Practice Details

• Outpatient Child & Adolescent medication clinic
• 40 hours per week
  • Option for 5 (8-hour) days or 4 (10-hour) days
• Visit structure:
  • 90-minute initial evaluations
  • 45-minute follow-ups
• No evening or weekend call
• Child/adolescent caseload: patients
• Participation in clinical and divisional team meetings

Clinical Environment

• Multidisciplinary team including psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, AOD clinicians, case managers, and community providers
• Nursing support for medication setup (medi-sets) and monitoring high-risk patients
• Access to specialized substance use programs
• 24/7 crisis unit located adjacent to the clinic
• On-site primary care clinic for integrated care

Job Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management for children and adolescents
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Diagnose and treat a range of psychiatric conditions, including co-occurring substance use disorders
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams to coordinate patient care
• Participate in clinical meetings and treatment planning discussions
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record
• Support continuity of care and family engagement in treatment

Working Hours

• Full-time: 40 hours per week
• Flexible schedule: 5x8s or 4x10s
• Daytime outpatient hours
• No evenings, weekends, or call

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
• Fellowship training in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry preferred
• Active California medical license (or ability to obtain)
• DEA license required
• Experience in outpatient or community mental health preferred

Skills

• Strong child and adolescent psychiatric diagnostic and treatment skills
• Ability to manage outpatient caseload effectively
• Experience with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
• Effective collaboration within a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent communication with patients, families, and care teams
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Commitment to patient-centered, community-based care

Compensation & Benefits

• $360,000 annual salary (W-2, full-time)
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Attractive 401(k) with competitive company match
• Generous annual bonus structure
• PTO and CME accrual

Additional Highlights

• Structured outpatient schedule with no call
• Strong clinical and nursing support
• Integrated care model with crisis and primary care services on-site
• Located in Napa, CA known for quality of life and natural beauty