Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist

Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist - Job Overview

Welcome, visionary mental health advocate! Are you prepared to embark on a groundbreaking journey with Legacy Community Health? We seek an innovative Psychiatrist specializing in Child and Adolescent care to revolutionize community wellness and transform patient lives!

Embrace the opportunity to deliver groundbreaking psychiatric services that elevate mental well-being and patient life quality.

Join our visionary team, dedicated to pioneering positive change and delivering smiles to all we care for!

Thrive in an environment that emphasizes agile collaboration and transparent communication, supported by a dynamic work culture.

Leverage opportunities for personal advancement and professional evolution in a cutting-edge healthcare landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments and deliver premier treatment for patients at your designated clinic(s).
• Maintain consistent patient engagement by adhering to your schedule and ensuring availability during clinic hours.
• Achieve or exceed productivity benchmarks established by our forward-thinking Chief Medical Officer and Medical Director of Behavioral Health.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of innovative clinical diagnostic and treatment protocols.
• Provide phone support during clinic hours and extend your commitment beyond standard hours when necessary.
• Collaborate creatively in the development of patient education materials to enhance patient knowledge.
• Showcase leadership by effectively supervising healthcare students with distinction.
• Uphold high standards through an established clinical quality assurance program.
• Facilitate seamless care coordination with non-physician providers to ensure top-tier psychiatric treatment.
• Engage with colleagues, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to enhance collaborative care.
• Participate actively in meetings and contribute to our Performance Improvement Program and peer reviews.
• Tackle diverse and exciting challenges as they arise, leveraging your expertise.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possess Medical Doctor credentials with Board certification (or in progress) in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, with an active Texas License.
• Adhere to the highest ethical standards as per your professional licensing entity's Code of Ethics.
• Commit to ongoing education to maintain your professional license in optimal standing.
• Maintain exemplary standing with your professional licensing board, demonstrating excellence.
• Credentialed and privileged according to Legacy's leading standards and practices.
• Expertise in navigating Medicare, Medicaid, and other reimbursement programs.
• Exhibit cultural competency and sensitivity to effectively serve diverse populations.
• Demonstrate exceptional communication skills with staff, community, and the broader public.
• Excel in multitasking and prioritization, even under pressure, with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Your positive mindset and resilience make you a pivotal member of our innovative team!

About Legacy Community Health

As the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Southeast Texas, Legacy Community Health has been delivering comprehensive, high-quality, and affordable health care for nearly 40 years. With more than 50 clinics across the Greater Houston and Gulf Coast region, we continue to grow strategically and invest in our communities. By innovating how care is delivered, we've stayed at the forefront of connecting our communities to healthevery day, in every way. At Legacy, we know our success is powered by our people. We're always looking for talented, passionate individuals who want more than a jobthey want a meaningful career that makes a real impact. Explore our open positions and see if a career at Legacy is right for you.

At Legacy Community Health, our missionDriving healthy change in our communitiesguides everything we do. To fulfill this mission, every team member is expected to embody the following core attributes in their daily work, regardless of role or department:

Approachable & Collaborative

We bring our expertise without ego. In a collaborative healthcare environment, humility fosters trust and teamwork. Our employees value diverse perspectives, seek input from others, and are unafraid to acknowledge when they need help. We stay grounded in our purpose: to serve patients and communities with compassion and humility.

Driven & Committed

We are driven by a deep commitment to excellence in patient care and organizational improvement. Our employees take initiative, embrace challenges, and go the extra mile to support our mission. Whether improving patient outcomes, streamlining processes, or stepping up in times of need, we are always striving to drive healthy changewithin ourselves, our teams, and the communities we serve.

Perceptive & Thoughtful Communicators

We value emotional intelligence as much as clinical or technical skill. Our team members demonstrate sound judgment, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to navigate complex situations with empathy and professionalism. They communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and colleagues, building trust and fostering a safe, inclusive environment for all.