Psychiatry Physician

Child And Adolescent Psychiatrist

Facility is looking for a provider who can cover 2 weekends/month and the following Monday/Tuesday OR full time weekday coverage in addition to the weekends. Shift times: Monday/Tuesday: 8a-5p on site and then night call after until 8a Weekends: Generally 6 hrs of rounding starting at 8am. Once provider finishes rounding, they'll be on call until 8am the following day Call requirements: Night call Mon/Tues and 24 hr coverage + rounding on weekends. For night call there is an expectation that they will need to place admission orders for anyone accepting that will arrive during that shift as well Patients per day: 6- 12 Required skills and experience needed: Minimum requirements - BC in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (CAP) or at minimum BC in General Psychiatry with completed CAP fellowship Strong foundation in psychiatric principles, diagnoses, and treatment modalities, including psychopharmacology and various psychotherapies. Experience in administering and managing psychiatric medications in children and adolescents. Foundation in adolescent development and family systems. Ability to develop comprehensive and individualized treatment plans, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and collaborate with parents/guardians. Experience in managing challenging behaviors in adolescent patients, utilizing therapeutic interventions and de-escalation techniques. Experience in leading the multidisciplinary team, overseeing patient care, and providing guidance and supervision to other healthcare professionals. Effective communication skills as the foundation for developing rapport with patients, their families, and team members. Ability to adapt approach to meet the diverse needs of our patient population including their unique cultural, socioeconomic, and familial backgrounds. Ability to work effectively with other professionals in a collaborative and therapeutic environment. An understanding of legal frameworks, educational provisions, and safeguarding protocols relevant to adolescent patients.