Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist

A community behavioral health organization in the Bay Area is seeking a Board-Certified Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist for a long-term locum tenens assignment starting in October 2026. This part-time hybrid position involves working with children and adolescent patients, focusing on a mix of new evaluations and follow-up appointments. The role offers flexibility in daily hours and is approximately a one-year assignment.Practice InfoChildren and adolescent patient populationApproximately one-year assignmentHybrid position with a strong preference for onsite coverageSplit schedule between 2 clinics6–8 patients per dayMix of new evaluations and follow-up appointmentsResponsibilitiesEvaluate, diagnose, and prescribe psychiatric medications for pediatric patientsConduct new patient evaluations (60 minutes)Conduct follow-up visits (30 minutes)Treat PTSD, schizophrenia spectrum disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD, and co-occurring substance use disordersCompensationWeekly Direct DepositBenefitsTop Rated Malpractice InsuranceIn-House Travel Agency24/7 Recruiter AvailabilityExperienced In-House Privileging CoordinatorsShift & ScheduleTarget start date: October 20262 days per week8-hour days (approximately 16 hours weekly) with flexibility for 9-hour days1–2 hours of administrative time built into each dayRequirementsBoard-Certified Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist (MD/DO)Active California license preferredAbility to evaluate, diagnose, and prescribe psychiatric medications for pediatric patients