Physician -Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist - Wichita, KS

Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist Opportunity at Children's Mercy

Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children's Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children's Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children's health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

Overview

The Division of Developmental and Behavioral Health at Children's Mercy is recruiting a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist to provide psychiatric care in our new 18,000 square foot medical office building in Wichita, KS that will be opening in spring of 2026. Referrals to the Developmental and Behavioral Health Clinic will come from other Children's Mercy Wichita medical specialty clinics and from the community.

Common referral concerns will include ADHD, developmental and intellectual differences, depression, anxiety, and disruptive behavior. Medical subspecialists currently onsite at our existing Wichita clinic include endocrinology, cardiology, and nephrology, and we will be expanding to include allergy, neurology, rheumatology, psychiatry, psychology, and pulmonology. Currently, over 30 specialty clinics reach Wichita via telemedicine. The patient population served in Wichita is diverse, as it draws from a large region in south-central Kansas. The psychiatrist will provide outpatient care, including psychiatric evaluations and follow-up visits.

This position is dedicated to providing care in the ambulatory setting, and psychiatric care will be provided both in person and on a telehealth platform. Psychiatrists will be an integral part of the health care team and will have the opportunity to work alongside pediatric medical colleagues. There is no weekend call. Limited weekday after hours phone coverage of psychiatric outpatients of this practice will be expected.

The Division of Developmental and Behavioral Health consists of 10 psychiatrists at present who are all based in our hospital and clinics in the Kansas City area. Psychologists and Developmental Pediatricians are also valued members of the Division.

Responsibilities

- Provides quality clinical care to patients. - Provides education to physicians, students, and allied health - Participates in scholarly activities that contribute to medical knowledge - Participates in administrative activities and promotes fiscal responsibility

Qualifications

• Other Medical Degree (MD) and Residency/Fellowship
• CMH Hospital Privileges Required
• State Medical License Required
• BNDD and DEA Certificates Required
• BE/BC Required

EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet

Children's Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation are all factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children's Mercy is smoke and tobacco free. CM is committed to creating a workforce that supports the diverse backgrounds of our patients and families. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team, so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, and beliefs.